Dark Ash 770F-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6A6D6F, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is High-Speed Steel from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A6D6F · 770F-5
Dark Ash
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Ash Technical Profile
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Dark Ash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Ash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDark Ash
Nearly identical
ValsparHigh-Speed Steel
High-Speed Steel
Valspar
Nearly identical
Trout Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sooty
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Night Out
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Slate Mine
PPG
Very similar
Polished Pewter
Vista Paint
Very similar
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Boat Anchor
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Ash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Ash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Ash are High-Speed Steel by Valspar (a near-identical match), Trout Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sooty by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Ash'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 Dark Ash?
Dark Ash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.1, 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 Dark Ash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.