Brooding Storm reads as crisp and architectural — strong in modern spaces, with natural fixed elements (chrome, stone, glass), or as a quiet anchor. At LRV 14 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Skip it if you want a cozy, warm room — cool neutrals can feel sterile under warm bulbs or in low light.
Ref. #5E6D6E · DET604
Brooding Storm
14%LRV Value
Brooding Storm Technical Profile
What color is Dunn-Edwards Brooding Storm (DET604)? It's a deep cool gray — hex #5E6D6E, LRV 14. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Brooding Storm is Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray — a near-identical match on the wall, with Vista Paint Wrapped in Twilight and Hirshfield's Spacebox also close. With an LRV of 14, Brooding Storm creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Brooding Storm pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. As a deeper neutral, Brooding Storm reads as a confident anchor — strongest on accent walls, cabinetry, and moody whole rooms that get enough natural light to keep it from going flat. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone. Deeper neutrals can read close to black in low light, so preview Brooding Storm in the room's actual evening lighting, not just at midday.
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Colors Similar to Brooding Storm
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Knoxville Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wrapped in Twilight
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spacebox
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Unreal Teal
Behr
Nearly identical
Mountain Pass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Juniper Berry
PPG
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Shadowed Blue
Dutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Brooding Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brooding Storm
#5E6D6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#667C99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brooding Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brooding Storm 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
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Brooding Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Brooding Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brooding Storm are Knoxville Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Wrapped in Twilight by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Spacebox by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Brooding Storm's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Brooding Storm?
Brooding Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Brooding Storm depends on the room. Here's how to choose.