
Techno Gray
Often used for its versatile qualities, Techno 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 2 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#BFB9AA
LRV
48.68
Techno Gray's Color Strip
Techno Gray is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sedate Gray and Chatroom. The strip spans from Sedate Gray at the lightest end to Muddled Basil at the deepest. As part of strip 211, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Techno Gray in Real Rooms
Techno Gray has a medium-high LRV of 48.68 — 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 Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a dining room and kitchen cabinets.
1 Dining Room Photo
Techno Gray in the dining room sets a tone of warmth and occasion. Whether used on all four walls or as a single statement wall behind a sideboard, it creates the kind of atmosphere that makes every dinner feel like a special event.

Dining room walls in Techno Gray create a modern, sophisticated backdrop.
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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
Cabinet color commits in a way wall color doesn't — it reads from every angle and dominates the room's material palette. Techno Gray earns that commitment. It pairs with hardware in brass, matte black, or unlacquered bronze without fighting any of them.

Kitchen cabinetry in Techno Gray coordinates with contemporary appliances.
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