Coastal Storm MQ6-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7C807D, LRV 21 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cityscape from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7C807D · MQ6-20
Coastal Storm
21%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Coastal Storm Technical Profile
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Coastal Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coastal Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCoastal Storm
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCityscape
Cityscape
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusty Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Monument Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Monument Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Geddy Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Chipped Granite
Kilz
Very similar
Industrial Revolution
PPG
Very similar
Stone Mason
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Porcelain Shale
Valspar
Very similar
Refined Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coastal Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coastal Storm
#7C807D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83ACA2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coastal Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coastal Storm Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Coastal Storm.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coastal Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coastal Storm have?
Coastal Storm by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Coastal Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Coastal Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coastal Storm are Cityscape by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dusty Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Monument Gray by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Coastal Storm's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Coastal Storm?
Coastal Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coastal Storm's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.