Ref. #5A6B68 · 780F-6
Dark Granite
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Granite Technical Profile
What color is Dark Granite? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #5A6B68. Colors similar to Dark Granite include Dunn-Edwards Artistic Stone, PPG Juniper Berry, Hirshfield's Spacebox. Dark Granite has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Dark Granite creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Dark Granite pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Dark Granite
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Granite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Granite
#5A6B68
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#638595
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Granite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Granite 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 Granite.
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 Granite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Granite have?
Dark Granite by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark Granite from other brands?
The closest matches are Artistic Stone by Dunn-Edwards (#5C6B65), Juniper Berry by PPG (#576B6B), Spacebox by Hirshfield's (#5C6B6B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Granite?
Dark Granite has an LRV of 13.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Granite's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.