Even if you haven’t read the books or are planning to see the movie 50 Shades of Grey this weekend, there are plenty of grey shades out there to pique your interest! In honor of the movie’s release, I’ve gone out and painted my nails today in an intriguing shade of grey…If you’ve ever lived with a grey before, you know it makes rooms feel very chic and glamorous. Grey is a color that adds instant polish and even an air of mystery to a space. They aren’t really demanding, but they do command attention. They set any tone you like from light and spacious to smoky and mysterious. I like tone on tone greys because it is easy to mix in other colors and change the mood of the room.
Grey ranges in value from cool to warm shades. Steel grey may be considered on the cool side, while mushroom can feel warmer. Layering warm and cool greys gives bedding a sophisticated and masculine look.
Light to dark variations of grey works well too. Be sure to keep it interesting by using mix and match textures in a room that predominantly uses grey.
And here they are: Behr’s complete range of popular greys! They vary in subtlety from warm to cool and light to dark. Some even carry nuances of other colors like green, blue or even violet – but all are fascinating and unqiue!
Is there such thing as a “true grey” that perfect balance between warm and cool? We like to think it is Classic Silver PPU18-1.
Colorfully yours,
Erika
What grey will go well with a jet black trim and German schematic or and brick
Hello Carolyn, thank you for visiting our blog!
With jet black trim and German schmear or brick, you’ll want a gray that complements both the depth of the black and the texture of the brick. Here are a few paint color suggestions that could work beautifully:
Classic Silver PPU18-11 – a versatile midtone gray that pairs well with both warm and cool elements.
Perfect Taupe PPU18-13 – A warm gray with taupe undertones.
Weathered White HDC-NT-21 – A soft warm gray that adds subtle contrast and warmth.
Chic Gray PPU26-11 – a light warm gray.
We do offer 8oz paint samples for purchase at the Home Depot so you can test these different gray tones to see which one you prefer the most.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I’m willing to paint the outside of my house and it’s metal so I would need an exterior latex enamel I believe an eggshell finish I like two colors one is the elephant gray and the other is the toasty Gray
Hi Bryce,
Thank you for sharing your plans to paint the exterior of your home!
Regarding your color preferences, both Elephant Gray and Toasty Gray are excellent options. Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide:
Elephant Skin – A deeper, more dramatic gray with a bold presence. It pairs well with lighter trim or accent colors and gives a modern, grounded look.
Toasty Gray – A softer, warmer gray with subtle beige undertones. It’s inviting and works beautifully with natural surroundings and neutral accents.
If you’re still deciding, I recommend testing both colors on a small section of your exterior to see how they look in different lighting throughout the day.
Let me know if you’d like help choosing a accent color!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Is there a charcoal grey with a little bit of blueish ? Thank you for your respond
Which gray shades goes well in garrage wall?
Hello Meera, thank you for visiting our blog!
A couple of gray tones you can consider for your garage walls are Fashion Gray PPU18-15, Graceful Gray PPU18-12 or Silver City MQ5-29.
We do have 8oz samples that you can purchase from your local Home Depot so you can test these colors first on the walls. It will give you a better idea on how they look.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I painted a room a few years ago with a popular Behr gray. I don’t remember what it was. It’s cool, rather than warm. I want to paint an additional room with the same color. How can I find out what color I used? As I recall, it was the most popular Behr color for the year. It was 2020 or 2021. Sadly, the paint chip I used is buried in my husband’s black hole of a garage.
Hello Elizabeth, thank you for visiting our blog! If you saw the name would that ring a bell on what the gray color possibly was?
I know some of our popular grays are Platinum PPU26-11, Silver Feather BWC-29, Dolphin Fin 790C-3 which are cool toned grays.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I need a gray that will look good on kitchen cabinets that has a darker side that will go good with granite top that is flecked with blacks, grays and a creamy gold flecks. No blues in the gray
Hello Valarie, thank you for visiting our blog!
I recommend Dark Ash 770F-5 for your cabinets.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I’m looking for a grey for my bedroom that has nuances of violet. Do you have any suggestions?
Hello Janelle, thank you for visiting our blog!
Yes, a gray with violet nuances you can try – Double Click N530-2, Best in Show N550-3, or Rock Crystal MQ3-28.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am looking for a grey for my living room walls that is cool and lighter than Classic Silver. My kitchen cabinets are painted Classic Silver or I would’ve totally used that color. Thanks
Hello Kimberly, thank you for visiting our blog!
A lighter color that you can try is Evening White N460-1. It is a bit lighter than Classic Silver.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
My room looks best with silver bullet so far with all the gray samples. Is this a good choice. On a sunny day I get a lot of sunlight. Thanks!
Hi I painted my ensuite bathroom foggy London. First of all, us this supposed to be a neutral or a gray? What colour will go well with this when I paint my bedroom?
Hello Angela, thank you for visiting our blog!
Foggy London is more of a smoky gray with a green undertone.
If you are looking for a color to coordinate with Foggy London, then I recommend the following colors.
Urban Nature S380-3, Jojoba N390-3, Jade Tinge MQ3-49, or Zen PPU11-14.
We do offer 8oz samples that you can test on your walls prior to purchasing a gallon.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I’m looking for a light warm grey that will be for a great room of dining, living, and white kitchen. It’s gets full sun and I have found many samples that work, however change dramatically with the sunset and low light conditions. Thanks John
Hello J, thank you for reaching out!
A great light gray that will transition well is Chic Gray PPU26-10.
We do offer 8oz samples to purchase so you can test this color on your walls.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I would like to see Gray Cloth on a color chart with other colors
Hello Williebell, thank you for visiting our blog!
You can view this color on our website along with other colors that coordinate.
Please visit the link to our ColorSmart web page. .
https://www.behr.com/consumer/colors/paint/
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
What is the next 2 shades lighter than the graphic charcoal?
Hello Justin, thank you for visiting our blog!
The next two shades lighter is Pencil Sketch N500-4.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I painted my living room walls Grey Cloth. I’d like to paint my dining space slightly lighter. What color would you recommend? The rooms are right next to each other
Hello Jeanne, thank you for reaching out!
For a slightly lighter tone I recommend Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello I’m trying to figure out the best 2 grays that go together, a light gray for walls and a few shades darker for trim and doors, do you have any suggestions?
Hello Marianne, thank you for visiting our blog!
We have the best two gray combination for you.
Chic Gray PPU26-10 as your lighter gray and for your darker gray in Shadow Mountain PPU24-22.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully yours,
Deanna
Hello I want to paint my living room and kitchen a light grey color Same color it’s n open concept . But I am looking for one that has none to least undertones
Hello Frances, thank you for visiting our blog!
A gray that has the least undertones we recommend is Classic Silver PPU18-11.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I want something light soft gray color for our bedroom. Our master bedroom isn’t very big at all. I would like to know today so I can go get the paint.
Hello Joanie, thank you for visiting our blog!
Here are a couple soft gray tones that you can take a look at.
Chic Gray PPU26-10, Platinum PPU26-11, or Classic Silver PPU18-11.
We do have 8oz samples available at your local Home Depot so you can test out these beautiful grays.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am painting my living room/bedroom a lighter shade of gray and my bathroom a darker shade. Both shades I want to try and avoid any yellow/blue undertones. For the darker color I am thinking Shark Fin. I am still unsure for the lighter. Which colors avoid seeing undertones the most?
Hello Brianna, thank you for visiting our blog!
Shark Fin is a good choice for your darker color and for your lighter color you can do Dolphin Fin 790C-3.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Need a gray with a little blue any suggestions? I
Hello Donald, thank you for visiting our blog!
A gray with a blue undertone we recommend is Tin Foil N500-3.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello,
I’m looking to paint a newly finished basement and would like it to be a lighter gray that’s neutral and goes with blues and greens. I wasn’t sure about Fast As the Wind, Silver City, Classic Silver or Lunar Surface. I find Chic Gray to be too greige and Distant Star too blue and dark. I don’t want it to feel like an operating room cold and don’t want greige. Also, what trim would you recommend? We have a bathroom we’ll also be looking to paint there too.
Hello Fredrick, thank you for reaching out!
Classic Silver is not too blue or too dark. Have you tested that color out? It also will go with blues/greens.
A trim color I recommend is Polar Bear 75.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi. I’m looking for a classic charcoal gray to paint an antique buffet with brass pulls. Which beige would work best? My walls are mocha light and my floors and tan and gray. Thank you!
Hello Susan, thank you for reaching out!
For a classic charcoal gray we recommend the following Slate Rock N460-5.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi! Painting my living room cotton grey right now, but having trouble finding the right color for my narrow entryway. I want something very similar to Cotton Grey, but just a TAD lighter. Recommendations?
Hello Jourdyn, thank you for visiting our blog!
A tad lighter we recommend Poetic Light BWC-21.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi I am looking for a very light greige. More towards the white side. Would like to use Behr paint
Hello Sylvia, thank you for visiting our blog!
A light Greige we recommend is Chic Gray PPU26-10 or Cotton Grey HDC-NT-20.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Need help! I love Behr and am in need of a mid-tone gray (mid-tone to me, LRV in the 50s). I liked Chic Gray but it looked purple on my walls. Trying to match my counters and I’m going crazy! Nothing looks in person as it does in pictures.
Hello Emily, thank you for reaching out!
Have you taken a look at Classic Silver PPU18-11?
This color is a mid tone gray which is a tad more neutral gray looking than Chic Gray.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Can you recommend some gray interior paints with definite pink undertones?
Hello Donna, Thank you for visiting our blog!
I recommend these grays.
Chic Gray PPU26-10, Granite Dust MQ3-06,Doeskin Gray N200-2.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I did my living room with traditional gray and I love it. I now want to use a light gray, lighter than traditional for my dining room. Do you have suggestioins? Would like it to be warm color. Thanks!
Hello Kim, thank you for reaching out!
A lighter warm gray that will coordinate is Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello! I have a small windowless bath (57″x57″)…the vanity is off white with nickel fixtures, the floor is pale grey with specks if white and yellow..trying to brighten and visually enlarge the room I was thinking of behr white metal. Also because the bathroom is so small I’m toying with the idea of painting the walls and ceiling the same color? What are your thoughts? I need HELP!!!
Hello Leslie, thank you for visiting our blog!
If you want to open the space and brighten it up then I definitely recommend a white tone. White Metal could work it is just a little more gray than white but you can give it a try.
Other recommendations are Silky White PPU7-12, White Moderne PPU24-14 or Melting Icicles BWC-20. You can find 8oz samples at your local Home Depot so you can test these out and see what you like best. You can indeed paint walls/ceiling in same color if you go with a white tone.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
My problem, it is already a chaos, is to paint my house outdoors with a combination of gray combined with a stone wall … can you help me?
I’ve been circling over shades like Cool ashes, Asphalt gray, Catwalk but I’m not convinced. Can you help me. Thanks
Hello Judy, thank you for reaching out!
We are happy to help with color advice.
Catwalk may be a bit too purple so I would recommend Cool Ashes or Asphalt Gray. You can also take a look at Shadows PPUPPU25-03 or Dark Ash 770F-5.
We do offer 8oz samples so you can test each one and see what you like the best!
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
We are looking for a classic darker grey bottom and light grey upper separated by a white chair rail for a dining room. What do you suggest?
Hi Scott, We recommend Silver Marlin and Graphic Charcoal. Colorfully yours!
We are struggling to pick a dark gray for our master bath cabinets and bedroom accent wall paired with a light gray for bed and bath walls. What darker gray pairs well with chic gray ( or lighter?)
Hello Stephen, thank you for visiting our blog!
For your dark gray cabinets we recommend Dark Ash 770F-5. That color will also coordinate with Chic Gray so you can paint your bedroom in Chic Gray with Dark Ash as the accent wall.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Which greys have the same undertones as Classic Silver but are lighter?
Hello Vicki, thank you for visiting our blog!
A lighter tone than Classic Silver would be Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello
I would like a black color for my entrance door that is not too dark
Please advise
Hello Sabah,
thank you for reaching out.
We recommend Shadow Mountain PPU24-22. It is a black tone but not as bold.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello I am looking for a light grey for a bedroom. We were looking at Chic Gray but I wondered what the under tone color is? Also, could you suggest a light grey with a little bit of brown tone to it?
Thank you,
Kimberly
Hello Kimberly, thank you for visiting our blog.
Chic Gray is a light silver with a warm undertone.
If you would like a gray with a bit more brown we recommend Ashen Tan N220-2.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I had bought Behr’s chance of rain coor for my kitchen walls. It is way too dark. SO decided to use that on my cabinets and looking for a much lighter grayish/ white color for walls. Kitchen is small so need a brighter cooler tone on walls.
Hello Deborah, thank you for visiting our blog! We recommend the following lighter grays.
Evening White N460-1, Silky White PPU7-12, or Planetary Silver N460-2.
Hope these help!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I recently painted my kitchen and hallway chic gray and love it. I’d like to paint my living room with a neutral that’s a bit lighter than the chic gray and a little higher LRV. Can you recommend a color? Also, I’ve sampled sterling and like the cooler tone but looking for a tad lighter. Can you suggest a color?
Hello Joanna, thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend the following lighter tones.
Poetic Light BWC-21 or Weathered White HDC-NT-21.
Hope you find these colors helpful!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I will be painting my walls BEHR Gallery White (PPU12-12). Can you recommend a couple complimentary grays I can use on an accent wall and baseboards?
Hello Deborah, thank you for visiting our blog!
Here are a few accent wall gray colors.
Grant Gray HDC-AC-19, Letter Gray PPU24-20, Shadows PPU25-03.
As for your trim we recommend Polar Bear 75.
hope you find these color suggestions helpful
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I need a true light gray for my garage. Something light that won’t look dingy and that can go with dark gray floors.
Hi LJ – thanks for contacting us with your color question.
We recommend checking out the following light grays: Drizzle PPU26-14, Platinum PPU26-11 and Sterling 780E-3. These color have a subtle cool, blue undertone which would keep them from looking “dingy” and will work well with dark gray floors.
Colorfully yours,
Diana
I need a dark gray that doesn’t have blue undertones since our bathroom has led lighting.
Hi Shannon,
Here are some warm grays that have yellow undertones: Suede Gray, Gray Squirrel, Fashion Gray, Elephant Skin. I suggest you try a color sample before you commit as the lighting as you mentioned, time of day and other items in the room may affect the color appearance.
Hoping one of these works for you!
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
Bought Platinum for living room dining room, would like accent color for wall that goes into kitchen. White cabinet, tans marble counter tops
Hello Lori,
thank you for visiting our blog.
For an accent wall you can do a darker gray such as Legendary Gray PPU26-03.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello,
I am looking for a true light silver color for my living room walls. No purples no greens I don’t even want blue undertones. I really don’t like the Greige look either. Do you have any suggestions I’ve bought over 30 samples and I’m just not having luck. Thank you
Hello, I’m looking for a true silver not pale gray. I really do not want any purple undertones. I’ve used platinum and it’s a bit too light. I’m trying to avoid blue undertones as well. I’ve used silver charm before but all I see is purple now. 🙁 thank you sooo much for your time.
Hello Niki,
thank you for visiting our blog!
Have you taken a look at Classic Silver PPU18-11? It is not too pale or to light.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully yours,
Deanna
Hi,
I am looking for a grey that does not have, blue, purple or green in it, can you suggest something?
Hello Christine, thank you for visiting our blog!
Each gray will have an undertone based on their hue family.
If you do not want a cool gray then we suggest a gray on the warmer side. Such as Chic Gray PPU26-10, Classic Silver PPU18-11 or Greige PPU24-11.
Hope this helps!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am looking for a gray to place on cabinets in a theatre room. We plan on doing an accent color of the Too Much Drama Red. Any suggestions?
We recently bought a house that the whole interior was painted tan. I am ,curious if a tan ceiling can be pared with gray walls. I really do not want to have to paint My whole houses ceilings, but I do not want tan walls.
Any thoughts on wall color ideas that would compliment/ work with the tan ceiling?
Hi Ashley,
Tan can be paired with gray but you want to make sure that the gray used is warm and have some of the same undertones as the tan. We have some nice warm grays and neutrals in our Neutrals section that you can try. You can grab the color chips from The Home Depot. Once you have narrowed down your selection, I suggest you try color samples before you commit. The color will look slightly different from a small chip to a large sample on the wall. Also, the lighting, time of day, and other items in the room may affect the color appearance.
Hoping one of these work for you!
Dove, Cotton Gray, Greige, Grey Mist, Park Avenue
If you need something warmer, try one of these neutrals: Sculptor Clay or Wheat Bread
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
Are chic Gray and Shark Fin good colors for the same room
They are blue based grays am I right?
Hi Zinnia,
Chic Gray and Shark Fin do have some of the same undertones and may look nice in the same room. I suggest you try a color sample before you commit as the lighting, time of day and other items in the room may affect the color appearance.
We just painted the exterior of our home. The main color is iron mountain with (white) breadbox for the trim. What color would you suggest for our front door?
Hi Nicole, With a dark gray a pop of color will look nice. Maybe a nice blue or red hue? If you have brick or stone you will want to make sure the hue works with that as well. I suggest you explore some of Behr’s color tools. This will help get you started to see what hues you like. https://www.behr.com/consumer/colors/paint-colors
Hi..I’m looking for a gray that would complement honey wood trim in a small room that has one window. I plan on making the room multipurpose (living room like).
Hi Yvette,
You can try a warm gray. Here are some options: Downtown Gray, Silver City, Dolphin Fin. I suggest a color sample before you commit as grays tend to pick up other colors surrounding. You also want to make sure the undertones look nice with your honey wood trim.
Colorfully yours, Larayne
I’m looking for a gray with a hint of blue for a bedroom and bathroom may be an accent wall for the bedroom, what would you recommend?
Hi Pat,
You can try: Solemn Silence, Etched Glass or Drizzle.
Colorfully yours
Larayne
I painted my master bathroom a Behr grey color and I cannot find the name of it easily. I believe it was either Keystone Grey or Whicker Grey, perhaps? It leans on the blue side and in my bathroom it’s a beautiful warm blue-grey (if that’s possible). Any insight or guesses would be appreciated! Would like to paint my bedroom the same color. Thanks!
Hi Jessica,
You can get an 8oz sample of Keystone Gray to see if it matches, or if you have a dry sample you can take that to The Home Depot and they can do a custom color match. I am not familiar with the color Wicker Grey, but you could ask a Home Depot associate if they have that name in their system.
If not, here is a link to Behrs color tools, you can flip through the grays to see if you find one close: https://www.behr.com/consumer/colors/paint/explore/all-colors/gray/3.
Also, here is a link for you to get a Fan Deck. This will have the most current colors for you to flip through.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/BEHR-2-in-x-9-in-1434-Color-Fan-Deck-50004175/206454518
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
Hi, I have leftover grey paints in elephant skin and classic silver. Would either of this would go with turquoise? Or should I go with a different grey paint? My walls are turquoise on top half, more than half and brown on the bottom half with chair rails all around the room. I want to paint grey over the brown. Thank you!
Hi Catherine – we feel that either Elephant Skin or Classic Silver could work well with turquoise, it really depends on whether you want the space feel lighter or darker, cooler or warmer. Elephant Skin would create a moodier and warmer look while classic silver make the space feel slightly cooler and more open.
Colorfully yours,
Diana O.
Hi! I need help choosing grey colors for my place. My bedroom has espresso furniture and not sure what would go with that. In my livingroom I have brown/tan couch and furniture. I also want an accent wall. Any suggestions? Thank you
Hi Claudia,
Warm neutral-grays would look nice with your furniture. Try Dove, Grey Mist or Greige. For an accent how about one of these options: Seeding, Sage Brush or Honey Mist. I suggest you try a color sample before you commit as the lighting, time of day and other items in the room may affect the color appearance.
Colorfully yours
Larayne
Light gray for south facing room (for a girls room so no blue or green undertones)?
Hi Ty,
Spun Wool is a nice warm light gray. If you want a little darker gray try Dove. Or for a warmer gray with red undertones; White Clay. I suggest you try a color sample before you commit as the lighting, time of day and other items in the room may affect the color appearance.
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
I have Behr Corn Stalk for my kitchen (open concept) What color would be a great accent for fireplace wall? Bricks are charcoal and subtle hints of red-brown with deep walnut mantle.
Hi Julieta,
A warm neutral will look nice with the yellow and charcoal hues. Try Dainty Lace, Khaki Shade, or Rococo Beige.
Colorfully yours, Larayne
Hello,
Thank you for your helpful information. We are remodeling a bathroom. We are looking for a light grey for the vanity/trim and a slightly darker grey for the walls. The countertop will be black leather granite.
What colors would you recommend for the vanity and walls?
Thanks
Hi, I have leftover paints of Elephant skin, Chic gray and Classic Silver. Which of those three would look best with turquoise. My walls has turquoise on the top and brown on the bottom with side rails all around. I want to paint gray over the brown. If none of the three paints would go with the turquoise, which gray would you recommend? Thank you.
I’m looking for a light gray that doesn’t turn blue, brown, or green in the light. Thanks
Hi Lisa,
Unfortunately there is no way to formulate a true gray but here are a couple grays that I will recommend which come close – Sonic Silver HDC-MD-26, Classic Silver PPU18-11 or Silver Marlin N360-2
Hope ones of these work!
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
Hi Deanna: I’m redoing a guest/children’s room bought a sample of chic grey which is a wonderful color but would like it a bit darker! Do you have any suggestions so I don’t go broke buying samples lol! Thank you, Jackie
Hi Jackie,
You could Griege for a slightly darker version.
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
We painted our master bedroom natural gray and it has a purple hue. We want the same shade of gray darkness, but no purple undertones. More of a true gray. What would you recommend? Chic gray is too light.
Hi DJ – we recommend checking out Silver Bullet N520-2 or Dolphin Fin 790C-3 as these colors will not have a purple undertone.
Colorfully yours,
Diana
I’m looking for a medium grey with olive undertones to paint the exterior of our house
Hi Sabine – some of the BEHR’s most popular grays with a slight olive undertone include: Old Celadon PPU25-05, Still Gray N360-3 and Battleship Gray N3560-4. Any of these options would be great for the exterior of the home.
Colorfully yours,
Diana
Hi there! My living room gets tons of natural light but my long hallway gets none at all. I would like to paint both the same color – a light, warm grey. Could you recommend a few colors that can resist getting completely washed out as well as keep my dingey hall from looking like a dungeon? Or should I paint these areas different shades, and if so, which? Thanks so so much!!!
Hi Cheryl,
Try Toasty Gray in your living room and then go a shade lighter in the hallways with Campfire Ash. The colors are so similar but Campfire Ash is just a shade lighter which will help keep your hallways from getting too dingey. If you prefer a darker gray for the living room, go a shade darker with Perfect Taupe. This has just a touch more color than Toasty Gray and will still look nice with Campfire Ash in the hallways.
Colorfully yours,
Larayne
Hello- I am looking for a lighter gray with a tint of purple for my kitchen to accent my white cabinets and dark gray tile floor. Thank you !
Hello Kelly, thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend the following lighter gray tones with a touch of purple.
Silver Bullet N520-2, Double Click N530-2 or Pixel White N530-1.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi Kelly – Rock Crystal MQ3-28, Gray Cloth PPU26-09 and Graceful Gray PPU18-12 would all be a good gray options with a slight purple tint.
Colorfully yours,
Diana
I would like a nice grey to lighten up my formal dining room.
Hello Michele,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend Chic Gray PPU26-10, it is a lighter gray and will work nicely in your formal dining room.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello, I’m looking for a cool grey to go with dark gray flooring (farmhouse type). My house is small with not much natural light. Any suggestions? Thanks so much
Donna
Hello Donna, thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend the following cool gray tones.
Classic Silver PPU18-11, Chic Gray PPU26-10, Dolphin Fin 790C-3, or Platinum PPU26-11.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi there, im thinking of gray room for my teenage son’s room. We both want something cool and very light. Also need a white that can go for the trimmings. Appreciate your help. Been to Home depot sooo many times and brought home samples and nothing seems to work.
Hello Lynnie, thank you for visiting our blog!
Have you taken a look at Chic Gray PPU26-10?
Also for trim we recommend Polar Bear 75.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi There, can you suggest a grey Color that would go with Cracked pepper.
Thinking of doing an accent wall with cracked pepper and the other walls grey.
Hello Laura, thank you for visiting our blog!
For the remaining walls we recommend Classic Silver PPU18-11. That will coordinate nicely with Cracked Pepper as your accent wall.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi, Deanna – In the main bath upstairs the walls are Sparrow (780F-4). Now I would like to paint the adjoining hallway. Should I paint the hallway walls Sparrow, too? Or will it be too much? Hallway is pretty long with four bedrooms off from it, but there is a skylight and the trim is white, so it’s reasonably bright . What would you recommend? Thank you ~
Hello Janice, thank you for visiting out blog! 🙂
It would be great to paint your hallway in Sparrow too especially since you have a skylight which brightens it up so your hallway will not appear dark.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
What is the Behr grey color is similar to repose grey on Sherwin Williams
Hello Ursula, thank you for visiting our blog!
The closest match we have to Repose Gray is Dolphin Fin 790C-3.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
What would your recommendation for an exterior gray. One that is not too dark and not to light. Something in between. What would be the most popular? Thank you
Hello Jose, thank you for visiting our blog!
A great popular gray for your exterior is Iron Mountain N520-5. It is not too dark or too light.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi there
I’m looking for a perfect gray and either red or orange for a boys room. I’m also looking for a perfect gray and blue coverage for a teen room. Could you please help?
Hello Adeline, thank you for visiting our blog!
a perfect gray we recommend for a teen boys room is Classic Silver PPU18-11 and if you would like a blue tone to pair with it I recommend our popular Blueprint S470-5.
As for a younger boys room you could still use the same gray tone and pair with Mandarin P210-6 or 100 MPH.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello,
Thank you for all of the helpful information! Can you please tell me a color that is a good mix of grey and beige? A color that is not dark because it will be for our master bedroom. My house is mostly done in tans and I would like to match my bedroom. However, I would like a little grey in it. Thank you!
Hello Jacqueline,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend Greige PPU24-11. Perfect combination of Gray and Beige and it is not dark.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
hello,
I am lookin for the perfect griege exterior ( more gray then brown, not purple ) house color.
I would like two tone- darker color on the top and lighter in the bottom. Any color combination suggestions?
Hello Lana,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
I recommend the following 2 tone color scheme.
Unpredictable Hue MQ2-58/Greige PPU24-11
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
My house is predominantly brown or shades of brown (wall color and decor). What are suggestions of gray wall colors which will go well with the browns?
Hello Pamela, thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend the following grays to coordinate with shades of brown.
Graceful Gray PPU18-12, Chic Gray PPU26-10, Grey Mist HDC-CT-21, Sonic Silver HDC-MD-26 or Silver City MQ2-59.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi I am looking for a lighter compliment to graceful gray which is already in part of my house. Can you give me some suggestions?
Hello Suzanna, thank you for visiting our blog!
A lighter color that will compliment Graceful Gray is Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Looking for a welcoming gray color to warm my livingroom. The entry foyer is Iron Mountain grey and I wanted a warming gray color upon entering the livingroom that will lighten the room up and stand out. What do you recommend?
Hello Sonya, thank you for visiting our blog!
I recommend the following gray tones that will coordinate.
Chic Gray PPU26-10, Graycloth PPU26-09, or Silver City MQ2-59.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Thanks Deanna, we actually happened to buy a tester of Chic gray for a different use (potential color for repainting kitchen cabinets), but it’s very blue by comparison.
I’ll check out Graceful Gray today though!
Sounds great! Please feel free to reach back out.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi Deanna, we decided on Fashion Gray for our house to update to gray, while still tying into our 1990’s era oak floor color. It works perfectly in the bigger rooms of our house with lots of natural light, but we have a couple bedroms that are small and on the north side of the house.
Do you have a recommendation for a lighter shade with a similar color profile to Fashion Gray?
Hi there again John,
We are happy to you found the perfect gray!
Here is a lighter version of Fashion Gray –
Graceful Gray PPU18-12 or Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Can you recommend a neutral gray for the exterior of a 2 story house with a stucco front and siding on the sides/back? I’m having difficulty finding something that’s not too light, blue, or muddy. The trim will be white, and there are just a couple of black shutters. Thank you.
Hello Dawn, thank you for visiting our Blog!
We recommend the following gray tones –
Greyhound PPU24-21, Welded Iron HDC-AC-17, Dark Ash 770F-5, or Imperial Gray PPU26-02.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
What’s a gray that works well with marble? Guest bath gets bright East- SE exposure. Floor is marble, shower is white subway tile. Vanity will be black. 10 ft ceilings.
The master has N-NE exposure. White subway in shower, marble floor, white vanity.
I also have a long, tall, narrow toilet closet. I would like to paint the short wall behind the toilet a darker shade than the rest of the walls.
Can you recommend a compatible color?
Hello Judy,Thank you for visiting our blog!
Appreciate the information! Here are some lighter/darker gray combinations that will coordinate.
Classic Silver PPU18-11/Dark Ash 770F-5
Silver City MQ2-59/Grant Gray HDC-AC-19
Sterling 780E-3/Imperial Gray PPU26-02
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi we want to paint our bedroom a lighter warm grey, the lighting isn’t great . Any suggestions ?
Hello Deborah,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend the following lighter warm grays.
Chic Gray PPU26-10, Burnished Clay PPU18-09, Ashen Tan N220-2, or Moth Gray N200-1.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
We are painting our bathroom and it has light peach shower wall tiles. Looking for a very light gray to paint the walls and ceiling that will go well with the light peach tiles. We want to trim in ultra pure white. Are there light grays you could recommend that would not look dirty yet complement the light peach?
Hello Andrea, thank you for visiting our blog!
Sounds great! Here are some great grays that will compliment the peach tiles.
Evening White N460-1, Seagull Gray N360-1, Painter’s White PPU18-08 or Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I have a guest bathroom that I want it to be striking. I was thinking of a dark grey with a white wooden shutter for the only window and white stonework on the splash. Can you tell me what you would recommend for a small guest bathroom, and will grey make the room look smaller?
Hello Taurus,
Thank you for visiting our Blog! A dark gray color will make the bathroom feel a bit smaller but it will add a nice modern striking look if that is what you are going for. The white wooden shutters and white stonework will balance it all out.
Here are some recommendations, Classic Silver PPU18-11, Slate Rock N460-5, Shadows PPU25-03 or Imperial Gray PPU26-02.
We also offer 8oz samples for you to test on your walls to see what you prefer the most.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi, I would like to paint my house with a light gray color (to give some colors to the walls) and paint the trims white. My furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets are white. Please note: I like to play with my decor – according to the season. What color gray would you recommend? Thank you!
Hello Lea, Thank you for visiting our blog! Sounds great! We recommend the following light gray tones that will be timeless through any season!
Chic Gray PPU26-10, White Moderne PPU24-14, or Painter’s White PPU18-08.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi, I am looking for a true light gray for my walls. We are painting all the trim, doors, Fireplace mantle and Kitchen cabinets in a darker gray. Any recommendations on 2 colors light and dark that would coordinate? Open floor plan with lots of light. Thank you.
Hello Debbie,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
Sounds great! Here are two gray tones will that coordinate nicely.
Painter’s White PPU18-08 and Hematite N460-6.
I recommend purchasing 8oz samples first to see how it appears in your home at different times of the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
East facing 2 story foyer with shaker style white trim 1/2 way around the room. Thinking of something to contrast and also connection with family room that I want to try Tsunami for a more modern farmhouse feel. Thoughts if I want to keep depth in family room but afraid of bold color with 8 ft ceiling. Also facing east but gets back sunlight in sfternoon
Hello Kelli, thank you for visiting our blog.
Tsunami is a deep bold color which may be best used as an accent wall in your family room if you want some bold but still want to keep it light.
You can use Tsunami as accent wall and remaining walls in a lighter hue such as Classic Silver PPU18-11, Planetary Silver N460-2 or Seagull Gray N360-1.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I would like to choose two contrasting shades of gray for a front to back bedroom that is west facing in front and east to back. The back side is an alcove that is a sitting area with fireplace and tv. The furniture is cherry and floor will be a light neutral maple. Thanks for any suggestions!
Hello Cheryl,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We recommend the following contrasting gray combinations,
Planetary Silver N460-2/Slate Rock N460-5
Chic Gray PPU26-10/Fashion Gray PPU18-15
Silver Bullet N520-2/Iron Mountain N520-5
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am looking for a true gray, that has no blue or violet undertone, to paint the interior of my house. I have tried Silver bullet, Hailstorm gray, whitewash oak, and Classic silver. They all do not look like a true gray and have undertones to them. Do you have any suggestions?
Hello Christina,
Grays will inherit the properties of their parent hue. For more of a neutral gray we recommend Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am having trouble picking a gray for my walls my kitchen cabinets are white and most of the samples of gray have blues in them I want a light gray for my walls and 1 accent wall to be a dark gray can Hulu help me
Hello there,
I will be more than happy to help! Grays inherit undertones from their parent hue so depending on lighting and other factors can play a part in what undertones will appear.
Here are a couple grays that are a bit more neutral.
Classic Silver PPU18-11 or Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Depending on which one you go with we can always recommend an accent color.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
We just moved into a house where the kitchen cabinets are painted chic gray. Do you have a recommendation for the wall color? We would like to stay in the gray family, potentially lighter. Thanks!
Hello Cat,
Chic Gray is an excellent choice! Here are some recommendations for a lighter wall color.
White Moderne PPU24-14, Painter’s White PPU18-08 or Silky White PPU7-12.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi, I’m renovating my bathroom. I have grey large tiles for the shower and tub walls. Floor is wood like tiles. I’m looking for blue grey tones for the walls and ceiling. Any suggestions?
Hi Ruth,
We recommend the following grays with blue undertones.
Meteor Shower N450-3, Zero Gravity N450-2, Planetary Silver N460-2 or Evaporation N450-1.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello. I am looking for a true LIGHT Grey/Beige. Greige is too dark for my room with one little window. What would you suggest?
Hello Laura, a lighter tone we suggest is Chic Gray PPU26-10.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi,I’m looking for a cool gray for my entryway and dinning room. I want the same color in both spaces. In between both rooms is an ivory painted family room. The problem is, I’ve seen so many grays that I’m now confused. Also, both rooms have low lighting. I don’t know if it’s the right choice of color, so I’m also open to suggestions. Can someone please help me?
Hi Gertie,
If the adjoining room in an ivory color, we would actually recommend that you go with a warm gray. Keeping the undertones (yellow in this case) consistent will help unify your space. Here are some suggestions: Eon N370-2, Silver Marlin N360-2, Toasty Gray N320-2, and Silver City MQ2-59.
Hello, I love your color white metal but looking for a tad lighter to do all the walls in the house but bedrooms and bathrooms. Any suggestions ?
Hello Jess,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We will recommend the following to be a tad lighter – Painter’s White PPU18-08.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi need a gray almost whitish for my living, what gray would you suggest
Hello Dharshi,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We will recommend White Moderne PPU24-14.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I’m looking for a medium true grey for living room, dining room, foyer and maybe kitchen… thought pewter mug would work but too blue. May go a lighter shade in same hue for kitchen. Using marquee paints. Any recommendations?
Hello Sandra,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
For a medium gray in a one coat hide we will recommend – Silver City MQ2-59, Laid Back Gray T17-09, Graycloth PPU26-09 or Greige PPU24-11.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi I’m looking for two shades of gray for a small teen boy bedroom.
Hello Morghana,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We will recommend these two shades – Evening White N460-1 and Lunar Surface N460-3.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am looking for a light gray with no blue undertones to do hall and living room with black/white decor
Hello Sherry,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We will recommend the following gray tones – Seagull Gray N360-1, Silver Marlin N360-2, White Moderne PPU24-14, Painter’s White PPU18-08.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I need help! I am looking for a gray not a blue gray or anything like that we like the casual gray but want it to be lighter then that is there like a sister color to that?
Hello there,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
A light hue would be Pewter Mug 770E-3.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I have blue tinted windows all throughput my home with lots of natural light. What color of gray would you sugges!!
Hello Monta,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We will recommend the following grays – Classic Silver PPU18-11, Planetary Silver N460-2, White Moderne PPU24-14, Chic Gray PPU26-10 or Evening White N460-1.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am looking for a gray for my living room that does not look blue. Any suggestions?
Hello Mitchell,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We will recommend the following gray tones without a blue hue – Moth Gray N200-1, Doeskin Gray N200-2, Chic Gray PPU26-10, Graycloth PPU26-09.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I am looking for a dark deep grey(not blue or green undertones) for walls in my dining room, it has white crown moundings, chair rails, door trims and 6″ baseboard. There are two doors on one side of room, the other has no windows but has a large gas fireplace inset and a patio door at the end that opens to a sunroom with southern exposure. The furniture is a mixture of dark and light cherry wood and floors are a blend of light and dark grey tones. Currently under construction so I cannot send photos. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
Hello Dee,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
Thank you for the information! Here are some dark deep grays that will coordinate – Intellectual PPU18-19, Imperial Gray PPU26-02, Slate Rock N460-5, or Iron Mountain N520-5.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hello I am looking for a blue grey for my bedroom walls. I don’t want anything g too dark… I live in the PNW where there is a lot of dark in the winter. Thank you!
Hello Susannah,
We will recommend the following blue grays for your bedroom – French Silver PPU18-05, Classic Silver PPU18-11, Evaporation N450-1, Evening White N460-1, Misty Coast PPU25-13.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully Yours,
I am looking for 2 exterior paint colors. I found the image on the internet and screen shot it but now I can’t find the image in the internet to see if it has any info on the name of the colors.. can u help me please? I tried to post a pic on this comment but can’t figure out how to do it….. I can always email it if I have an email address.
Hi Ruth,
Thank you for your interest in BEHR Products!
Please email us this photo so we can have a look to see what the colors are.
coloradvice@behr.com
Colorfully yours,
Deanna
i need a warm grey, is flaanel grey a warm grey would like a grey with violet undertones?
Hi Sue,
Thank you for your interest in BEHR Products!
Flannel Gray depending on lighting may have a lilac tone. It all depends on the lighting, house facing, décor and other factors. I will recommend testing it on your walls.
Due to differences in monitors and technical factors, the colors here cannot be represented with
their true qualities. These color samples should only be considered a guide. Please refer to actual swatches for true color. We strongly recommend beginning with an 8 oz. sample container of the color you choose and apply it to a small area on your wall to ensure your satisfaction with the color choice. It is always a good idea to see how the light and ambient conditions affect the color at different points in the day.
Colorfully yours,
Deanna
Light french gray is the way to go when painting kitchen cabinets. ..not too dark but just enough color
I’m looking for a white paint with just a touch- a hue- of gray in it. Which light grays would be good to try?
Hi Lee,
Thank you for your interest in BEHR Paint!
You can take a look at Painter’s White PPU18-08 or White Moderne PPU24-14.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I’m looking for a warm grey with a touch of brown in it…. I’m having a really hard time finding the perfect shade. Any ideas?
Hi Heather,
Thank you for your interest in BEHR Paint!
Here are some perfect warm gray hues: Rustic Taupe N200-4, Shiitake N220-4, Smokestack N220-3, Nightingale Gray N200-3 or Ashen Tan N220-2.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
any recommendations for a gender neutral nursery color? we have gray shimmer on our hallway walls, looking for something that will complement gray shimmer but not with such “blue” undertones. also looking for something on the lighter side…white metal and loft space come to mind. would love your input.
Yes of course, White Metal will work perfectly. Although if you want less blue then I will suggest Seagull Gray N360-1 or Evening White N460-1.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
I WANT TO DO MY KITCHEN CABINETS IN GRAY WITH A DIFFERENT SHADE OF GRAY ON THE WALLS. I’M STUCK!! THE KITCHEN AND DINING AREA ARE TOGETHER. MY CABINETS ARE DARK STAINED AND I HAVE SHIPLAP WALLS. I WANT TO LIGHTEN THE WHOLE AREA UP. CAN ANYONE HELP ME?
Hi Donna,
Thank you for your interest in BEHR Paint!
Here are some recommendations for cabinet/wall color
Classic Silver PPU18-11/Evening White N460-1
Cosmic Quest N460-4/Planetary Silver N460-2
Still Gray N360-3/Seagull Gray N360-1
We also offer 8oz samples so you can test these colors on your walls to see how they appear at different times of the day.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
What color gray would be ok for walls and ceiling small room?
Kimberly,
Thank you for your interest in Behr Paint!
We will recommend the following grays for an entire room – Evening White N460-1, Seagull Gray N360-1, Silver Marlin N360-2, or Painter’s White PPU18-08.
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi there! This post couldn’t be written any better! Looking through this article reminds me of my previous roommate! He constantly kept preaching about this. I am going to forward this post to him. Pretty sure he’s going to have a very good read. Thanks for sharing!
With so many different shades of Gray there is a perfect gray for just about anyone! 🙂 Thank you for reading our article and passing it along we appreciate it!