Stormy Sky 1616 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #636669, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Web Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #636669 · 1616
Stormy Sky
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Stormy Sky Technical Profile
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Stormy Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stormy Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreStormy Sky
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsWeb Gray
Web Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grafton Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dark Grey Silk
PPG
Nearly identical
Pointed Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Liberty Bell Gray
Behr
Very similar
Bottlenose Dolphin
Valspar
Very similar
Murky Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stormy Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stormy Sky
#636669
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666699
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stormy Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stormy Sky 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 Stormy Sky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stormy Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stormy Sky have?
Stormy Sky by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Stormy Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stormy Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stormy Sky are Web Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grafton Grey by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Polished Pewter by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stormy Sky'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 Stormy Sky?
Stormy Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stormy Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.