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Sonic Silver is a muted silver-gray with a light-to-medium value and a very low-chroma appearance. It reads as a quiet neutral rather than a bright, cool silver, with a slight warm lean that keeps it from looking harsh.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, brackets, shelf supports, railings, mailbox parts, window hardware, and PVC trim pieces where a restrained silver-gray is needed on small sprayable surfaces. It also works for frames, knobs, baskets, and appliance-related accessories when you want a consistent finish across metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated parts.

Because this is a low-chroma color, it usually reads steadily once applied, but surface condition still matters. On darker or uneven substrates, a light neutral like this can show contrast, edge shadowing, or thin spots more readily, and gloss can make texture and prep marks more noticeable. Final appearance can shift with film build, substrate, and finish.

Similar colors:

PPOC-32 Dear John
8497 Ice Grey
RAH-12 True Silver

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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Behr™ HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver *

How do I confirm Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

Confirm HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver from a physical Behr swatch, a fan deck, or an existing painted reference if possible. Screen images can shift with brightness and device settings. MyPerfectColor matches the selected brand color reference, so verify the target before ordering if the item must coordinate with a known color.

How much Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver do I need for my project?

Coverage depends on the surface size, texture, porosity, hiding power, application method, and how many coats are needed. As a planning guide, a typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, while other paint formats often cover about 400 to 600 square feet per gallon. For HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver on trim, vents, hardware, or small parts, measure the total area and allow extra for test spray and second coats.

Why does Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver look different after it is applied?

A match of Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver can read differently after application depending on lighting, sheen, where the part is installed, and the neighboring surfaces. A matched coating on a vent, grille, switch cover, or mailbox may look different in daylight, indoor light, or shade than it did on the original reference. If the item will sit next to an existing surface, check whether the finished area needs to match the reference color or the aged surrounding surface.

Can I apply Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver over metal or an existing coating?

Yes, but clean off dirt, grease, and loose material first, then scuff the surface so the coating can bond. Remove rust and any contamination before painting. The condition of the old finish, along with its gloss and texture, can affect how HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver looks after it dries. A test spray on a hidden area is useful when the substrate or old coating is in questionable condition.

Where do I find the Safety Data Sheet for Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver?

MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets are tied to the paint product chemistry, not the color name alone. For HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver, check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm. If you are ordering a different format of the same color match, use the SDS for that specific product.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver?
The RGB values for Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver are 182, 181, 176 and the HEX code is #B6B5B0. The LRV for Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver is 46.10. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver?
The Hue Angle for Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver is 104.26 and the chroma is 2.48. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Does Behr paint color Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

How do I convert Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr HDC-MD-26 Sonic Silver in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.