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

The exact hexadecimal code for Sherwin-Williams Mindful Gray (SW 7016) is #BCB6AC. Its sRGB values are R: 188, G: 182, B: 172.

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

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Sherwin-Williams Mindful Gray is 48. This makes it a balanced mid-tone color suitable for whole-house applications.

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

The best budget match for Sherwin-Williams Mindful Gray is Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone (No. 275) with a 96.7% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 1.22), saving $0 per gallon.

What undertones does Mindful Gray have?

Sherwin-Williams Mindful Gray features Warm Gray, Gentle Taupe, Balanced Neutral undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

Sherwin-WilliamsCode: SW 7016Grays & Greiges

Mindful Gray

One step darker on the paint strip than Repose Gray. Rich and cozy without appearing overly dim or shadowy.

Dominant Undertones:

Warm GrayGentle TaupeBalanced Neutral

Est. Price: $82/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

48/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$38/gal

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Sherwin-WilliamsSW 7016

Mindful Gray

HEX: #BCB6AC • LRV: 48

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Mindful Gray#BCB6AC

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

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

Hexadecimal

#BCB6AC

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

188, 182, 172

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

48%

Absorbs Light

HSL

37°, 11%, 71%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,3,9,26

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

premium

$82/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Mindful Gray

CIEDE2000 Ranked

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

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

#1Farrow & Ball Alternative

96.7% Match

Mindful Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Purbeck Stone

Farrow & Ball (No. 275)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.22

LRV Comparison:48 vs 48

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Valspar Alternative

94.1% Match

Mindful Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Warm Putty

Valspar (6006-1A)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $38 per gallon

46% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.7

LRV Comparison:48 vs 47

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

#3Farrow & Ball Alternative

86.5% Match

Mindful Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Elephant's Breath

Farrow & Ball (No. 229)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):3.29

LRV Comparison:48 vs 52

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

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Farrow & Ball Alternative

82.1% Match

Mindful Gray

Sherwin-Williams

$82/gal

DUPE

Oxford Stone

Farrow & Ball (No. 264)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):4.18

LRV Comparison:48 vs 47

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

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Mindful 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	Revere Pewter	HC-172	79.3%	4.73	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Purbeck Stone	No. 275	96.7%	1.22	$145	View Specs
Behr	Graceful Gray	PPU18-12	82%	4.2	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Duke Gray	JG-04	60%	12.41	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Warm Putty	6006-1A	94.1%	1.7	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Mindful 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 Mindful Gray. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Mindful Gray in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Mindful Gray

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

The official hexadecimal color code is #BCB6AC. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 188, Green: 182, Blue: 172.

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

Mindful Gray has an LRV of 48. 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 Mindful Gray?

The closest budget alternative is Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone (No. 275), scoring a 96.7% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $0 per gallon.