Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Bunny Gray

If you love Benjamin Moore Bunny Gray but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.

Bunny Gray (2124-50) is a medium gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced cool-leaning gray. Clean and modern without strong undertone. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 52.82) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.

We calculated the perceptual color distance between Bunny Gray and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.

The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Passive (SW 7064) with a Delta E of 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Passive is very close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.

Sherwin Williams Matches for Bunny Gray

Passive SW 7064
Good match · ΔE 3.4

Passive is very close.

Bunny GrayPassive
LRV52.8260
Hex#C7C6C1#CBCBC8
UndertoneCool Neutral GrayCool Neutral Gray
FamilyGrayGray

Undertone Comparison

Bunny Gray has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced cool-leaning gray. Clean and modern without strong undertone.

Passive has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, cool-leaning gray with minimal undertone. One of SW's most truly neutral grays. Less warm than Repose, less cool than some blue-grays.

These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.

How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting

Bunny Gray in Your Room

Stays neutral. A reliable cool-leaning gray.

Passive in Your Room

Reads as a clean, balanced gray in most rooms. In warm light, it stays neutral without pulling warm. In cool light, it can feel slightly cool. Very versatile.

LRV and Brightness

Bunny Gray has an LRV of 52.82, while Passive has an LRV of 60. That means Passive reflects more light. If you switch from Bunny Gray to Passive, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.

Best Rooms for Bunny Gray

Benjamin Moore recommends Bunny Gray for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, living room. With an LRV of 52.82, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.

Passive is recommended for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, hallway, office. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.

Bunny Gray in Other Brands

Looking for Bunny Gray equivalents in other brands besides Sherwin Williams? We have matches across all major paint brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

The closest Sherwin Williams match for Bunny Gray (2124-50) is Passive (SW 7064) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Passive is very close. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.

No, they are not identical. Bunny Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 52.82. Passive is a Sherwin Williams color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 60. With a Delta E of 3.4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.

With a Delta E of 3.4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.

There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.

Colors on screen are approximations. Your monitor, lighting, and paint finish will affect how colors appear in your space. Always test with a physical paint sample before purchasing.

Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.