Behr Silver City is a pure, mid-toned gray paint color with subtle nuances of green. With an LRV of 57, it is a versatile, heavy light gray that brings a modern, sparkling sophistication to both interiors and exteriors.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | MQ2-59 |
| HEX Code | #c8c8c2 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 57 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Gray |
| Hidden Undertones | Green, Silver |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Living rooms, exteriors, bedrooms, hallways, modern kitchens |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: This crisp silver-gray hue providing a smooth backdrop for mid-century modern teak furniture.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Cool, crisp northern light, consistent and shadowless
- Trim Color:Behr Frost
- Furniture:Mid-century modern teak
- Rug:Geometric wool
- Accents:Navy blue ceramics
- Vibe:Mid-Century Cool
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A sleek light gray coating smooth exterior stucco, sharply contrasted by architectural cedar wood slats.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright direct midday sun, high contrast shadows
- Trim Color:Behr Ultra Pure White
- Accents:Cedar wood slats
- Front Door:Behr Midnight Blue
- Hardscaping:Concrete pavers
- Vibe:Contemporary Minimalist
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital visualization: A tailored pale gray tone grounding a serene bedroom space illuminated by hazy morning light.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, hazy morning light filtering through linen blinds
- Accent Color:Behr NYPD
- Bedding:Crisp white percale
- Flooring:Whitewashed oak
- Lighting:Chrome swing-arm sconces
- Vibe:Tailored Serenity
Complementary Paint Colors
Material palette: This cool metallic gray shade punctuated by solid black interior doors and large format slate tile.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm recessed LED lighting casting scalloped shadows on walls
- Doors:Behr Black
- Flooring:Slate tile
- Art:Monochrome photography
- Hardware:Brushed steel
- Vibe:Urban Gallery
Complementary Paint Colors
Paint visualization: A luminous light gray serving as a backdrop for flat-panel matte white cabinets and waterfall quartz.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, even daylight from large architectural windows
- Cabinets:Flat-panel matte white
- Island:Waterfall quartz
- Backsplash:Silver glass subway tile
- Stools:Acrylic and chrome
- Vibe:Ultra-Sleek
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