Shaker Gray DE6231 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6C6556, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cabin Fever from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6C6556 · DE6231
Shaker Gray
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shaker Gray Technical Profile
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Shaker Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shaker Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsShaker Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCabin Fever
Cabin Fever
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Beige Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Carlton Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Eclipse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ivy Topiary
Behr
Very similar
Bronzed Ivy
PPG
Very similar
Falcon's Plume
Valspar
Very similar
Aran Isle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Monk's Cloth
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Muddy Paws
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaker Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaker Gray
#6C6556
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A9362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaker Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaker Gray 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 Shaker Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaker Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaker Gray have?
Shaker Gray by Dunn-Edwards 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 Shaker Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shaker Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaker Gray are Cabin Fever by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Beige Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Carlton Clay by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shaker Gray'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 Shaker Gray?
Shaker Gray 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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Why Shaker Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.