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Behr Sonic Silver HDC-MD-26

Sonic Silver

Behr

HDC-MD-26

About Sonic Silver by Behr

Sonic Silver HDC-MD-26 by Behr is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 47% and hue near 60° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 47.1%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #b7b7b1

RGB: 183, 183, 177

Hue60°

Saturation4%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Sonic Silver from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Sonic Silver looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sonic Silver HDC-MD-26 a warm or cool color?
Sonic Silver by Behr is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sonic Silver?
Sonic Silver sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 60°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sonic Silver?
Brightness is about 47%. Saturation is around 4%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 60°. The hex value is #b7b7b1. The RGB value is 183, 183, 177.
Is Sonic Silver better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sonic Silver has brightness around 47%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sonic Silver?
You can match Sonic Silver with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Sonic Silver work best in a home?
Sonic Silver works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Sonic Silver compare to a pure white paint?
Sonic Silver is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Sonic Silver in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Sonic Silver in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Sonic Silver. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Sonic Silver. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.