Ref. #B9BAB1 · K-845
Hi Ho Silver
49%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hi Ho Silver Technical Profile
What color is Hi Ho Silver? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B9BAB1. Colors similar to Hi Ho Silver include Hirshfield's Fossilized, Benjamin Moore Gray Horse, Benjamin Moore Bone Black. Hi Ho Silver has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Hi Ho Silver depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Hi Ho Silver pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Hi Ho Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Fossilized
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Horse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gray-Green Linen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nightingale Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Galena Grey
MPC
Nearly identical
Chelsea Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hi Ho Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hi Ho Silver
#B9BAB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hi Ho Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hi Ho Silver Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Hi Ho Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hi Ho Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hi Ho Silver have?
Hi Ho Silver by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Hi Ho Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Fossilized by Hirshfield's (#B6B8B0), Gray Horse by Benjamin Moore (#BABCB2), Bone Black by Benjamin Moore (#BAB9AF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hi Ho Silver?
Hi Ho Silver has an LRV of 48.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hi Ho Silver's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.