Ref. #6C6B6A · DE6377
Boat Anchor
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Boat Anchor Technical Profile
What color is Boat Anchor? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #6C6B6A. Colors similar to Boat Anchor include Benjamin Moore Burnt Ember, Benjamin Moore Overcoat, Kilz Sooty. Boat Anchor has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Boat Anchor creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Boat Anchor is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Boat Anchor
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boat Anchor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boat Anchor
#6C6B6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D9D6C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boat Anchor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boat Anchor 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Boat Anchor.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Boat Anchor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boat Anchor have?
Boat Anchor by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Boat Anchor from other brands?
The closest matches are Burnt Ember by Benjamin Moore (#6B6A68), Overcoat by Benjamin Moore (#6A6968), Sooty by Kilz (#6A6B6B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Boat Anchor?
Boat Anchor has an LRV of 14.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Boat Anchor's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.