Sharkskin 2139-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6E6D5F, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is River God from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E6D5F · 2139-30
Sharkskin
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sharkskin Technical Profile
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Sharkskin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sharkskin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSharkskin
Nearly identical
Vista PaintRiver God
River God
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
River God
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
King's Court
PPG
Nearly identical
Cosmopolitan Olive
Valspar
Nearly identical
Royal Ivy
Kilz
Nearly identical
Thunderous
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Limestone Slate
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Naturalism
Behr
Very similar
Aged Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Concrete Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sharkskin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sharkskin
#6E6D5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839967
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sharkskin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sharkskin 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 Sharkskin.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sharkskin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sharkskin have?
Sharkskin by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Sharkskin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sharkskin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sharkskin are River God by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), River God by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), King's Court by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sharkskin'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 Sharkskin?
Sharkskin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.1, 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 Sharkskin's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.