Ref. #6A6D6F · 770F-5
Dark Ash
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Ash Technical Profile
What color is Dark Ash? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #6A6D6F. Colors similar to Dark Ash include Valspar High-Speed Steel, Benjamin Moore Trout Gray, Kilz Sooty. Dark Ash has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Dark Ash creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Dark Ash is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Dark Ash
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Ash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Ash
#6A6D6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E739E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Ash 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 Dark Ash.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Ash have?
Dark Ash by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark Ash from other brands?
The closest matches are High-Speed Steel by Valspar (#6B6E71), Trout Gray by Benjamin Moore (#6A6E71), Sooty by Kilz (#6A6B6B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Ash?
Dark Ash has an LRV of 15.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Dark Ash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.