Ref. #6A6858 · 1561
Castle Peak Gray
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Castle Peak Gray Technical Profile
What color is Castle Peak Gray? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6A6858. Colors similar to Castle Peak Gray include Hirshfield's Eye Of The Storm, PPG Double Duty, Vista Paint Eye of the Storm. Castle Peak Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Castle Peak Gray 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, Castle Peak Gray 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 Castle Peak Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Castle Peak Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Castle Peak Gray
#6A6858
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#809362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Castle Peak Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Castle Peak Gray 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Castle Peak Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Castle Peak Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Castle Peak Gray have?
Castle Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Castle Peak Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Eye Of The Storm by Hirshfield's (#6B6A5B), Double Duty by PPG (#686858), Eye of the Storm by Vista Paint (#686859). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Castle Peak Gray?
Castle Peak Gray has an LRV of 13.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Castle Peak Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.