What is the HEX code and RGB for Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray?

The exact hexadecimal code for Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray (SW 7017) is #ABA59B. Its sRGB values are R: 171, G: 165, B: 155.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Dorian Gray?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray is 39. This makes it a balanced mid-tone color suitable for whole-house applications.

What is the best cheap dupe for Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray?

The best budget match for Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray is Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A) with a 85.4% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 3.52), saving $38 per gallon.

What undertones does Dorian Gray have?

Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray features Mid-tone Warm Gray, Brown Undertone, Earthy Slate undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

Sherwin-WilliamsCode: SW 7017Grays & Greiges

Dorian Gray

A grounded mid-tone gray that gives substantial depth to living room walls, kitchen cabinets, and exterior board-and-batten.

Dominant Undertones:

Mid-tone Warm GrayBrown UndertoneEarthy Slate

Est. Price: $82/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

39/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$38/gal

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Sherwin-WilliamsSW 7017

Dorian Gray

HEX: #ABA59B • LRV: 39

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See Dorian Gray on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.

Dorian Gray#ABA59B

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#ABA59B

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

171, 165, 155

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

39%

Absorbs Light

HSL

38°, 9%, 64%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,4,9,33

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

premium

$82/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Dorian Gray

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$380 (10 gal)

#1Valspar Alternative

85.4% Match

Dorian Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Warm Putty

Valspar (6006-1A)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $38 per gallon

46% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):3.52

LRV Comparison:39 vs 47

"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

#2Farrow & Ball Alternative

83% Match

Dorian Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Purbeck Stone

Farrow & Ball (No. 275)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):4

LRV Comparison:39 vs 48

"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#3Benjamin Moore Alternative

74.8% Match

Dorian Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Coventry Gray

Benjamin Moore (HC-169)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):5.92

LRV Comparison:39 vs 39.1

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

#4Farrow & Ball Alternative

72% Match

Dorian Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Pigeon

Farrow & Ball (No. 25)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):6.71

LRV Comparison:39 vs 34

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Dorian Gray Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Benjamin Moore	Coventry Gray	HC-169	74.8%	5.92	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Purbeck Stone	No. 275	83%	4	$145	View Specs
Behr	Battleship Gray	N360-4	70.4%	7.17	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Duke Gray	JG-04	63.9%	9.02	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Warm Putty	6006-1A	85.4%	3.52	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Dorian Gray

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Dorian Gray in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Dorian Gray

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray?

The official hexadecimal color code is #ABA59B. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 171, Green: 165, Blue: 155.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Dorian Gray?

Dorian Gray has an LRV of 39. Its mid-tone LRV gives it stability, making it an ideal whole-house paint that will not wash out in bright sunlight.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Dorian Gray?

The closest budget alternative is Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A), scoring a 85.4% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $38 per gallon.