Overcoat CC-544 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6A6968, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Not So Innocent from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A6968 · CC-544
Overcoat
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Overcoat in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Overcoat in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreOvercoat
Nearly identical
BehrNot So Innocent
Not So Innocent
Behr
Nearly identical
Boat Anchor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Graphic Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Grey Tabby
PPG
Nearly identical
Storm Warning
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shadow Dance
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
Very similar
High-Speed Steel
Valspar
Very similar
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Overcoat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Overcoat
#6A6968
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B9B6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Overcoat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Overcoat 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 Overcoat.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Overcoat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Overcoat have?
Overcoat by Benjamin Moore 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 Overcoat in your own space before committing.
What colors match Overcoat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Overcoat are Not So Innocent by Behr (a near-identical match), Boat Anchor by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Graphic Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Overcoat'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 Overcoat?
Overcoat has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.2, 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 Overcoat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.