Paramount 720F-6 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #465D5E, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Still Water from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #465D5E · 720F-6
Paramount
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Paramount in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paramount in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrParamount
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsStill Water
Still Water
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sprucey
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Yorktowne Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sequoia Glade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Volute
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Slate
PPG
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Very similar
Loch Ness
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cape Royal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paramount
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paramount
#465D5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#566A81
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paramount
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paramount 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 Paramount.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paramount — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paramount have?
Paramount 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 Paramount in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paramount from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paramount are Still Water by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sprucey by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Yorktowne Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Paramount'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 Paramount?
Paramount has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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 Paramount's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.