Ref. #5B5A60 · MQ5-2
Dark Shadows
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Shadows Technical Profile
What color is Dark Shadows? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #5B5A60. Colors similar to Dark Shadows include PPG Gray Flannel, Sherwin-Williams Cloak Gray, Vista Paint Five O'Clock Shadow. Dark Shadows has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Dark Shadows creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Dark Shadows pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Dark Shadows
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Shadows
#5B5A60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E5F8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Shadows 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 Shadows.
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 Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Shadows have?
Dark Shadows by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark Shadows from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Flannel by PPG (#585960), Cloak Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#605E63), Five O'Clock Shadow by Vista Paint (#5A5C64). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Shadows?
Dark Shadows has an LRV of 10.4, 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 Shadows's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.