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Flexible Gray

Often used for its versatile qualities, Flexible Gray remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#B1A3A1

LRV

38.12

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Light Reflectance Value
38.12
Medium
TemperatureWarm
SaturationMuted

Flexible Gray's Color Strip

Flexible Gray is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Imagine and Auger Shell. The strip spans from Individual White at the lightest end to Bitter Chocolate at the deepest. Strip 231 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Flexible Gray in Real Rooms

Flexible Gray has a medium-high LRV of 38.12 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom and misc.

6 Living Room Photos

Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Flexible Gray. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.

Sherwin Williams Flexible Gray living room review

Living room walls in Flexible Gray adapt beautifully to natural light.

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1 Bedroom Photo

In the context of a primary suite, Flexible Gray suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.

Sherwin Williams Flexible Gray bedroom paint

Bedroom walls in calming Flexible Gray encourage restful sleep.

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1 Misc Photo

In laundry rooms, Flexible Gray adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

Sherwin Williams Flexible Gray wall paint

Wall treatment in sophisticated Flexible Gray grounds the entire space.

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Color Codes

HEX#B1A3A1
RGB177, 163, 161
HSL8° 9% 66%
CMYK0 8 9 31
CIE LabL: 68.1 a: 4.7 b: 2.9
XYZX: 37.66 Y: 38.12 Z: 39.08
Strip231 pos. C3