Shades on T17-10 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #605F5F, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Shadow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #605F5F · T17-10
Shades on
12%LRV Value
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Shades on in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shades on in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShades on
Nearly identical
PPGSummer Shadow
Summer Shadow
PPG
Nearly identical
Semi-Sweet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Iron Fixture
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Shadows
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Forged Steel
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Softened Coal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Space
Kilz
Very similar
Ambler Slate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shades on
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shades on
#605F5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#917961
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shades on
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shades on 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 Shades on.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shades on — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shades on have?
Shades on 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 Shades on in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shades on from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shades on are Summer Shadow by PPG (a near-identical match), Semi-Sweet by Valspar (a near-identical match), Knight's Armor by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shades on'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 Shades on?
Shades on has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shades on's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.