Ref. #6C757D · DE6341
Vulcan
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Vulcan Technical Profile
What color is Vulcan? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6C757D. Colors similar to Vulcan include PPG Sheffield Gray, PPG Favorite Flannel, Benjamin Moore Britannia Blue. Vulcan has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Vulcan 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, Vulcan 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Vulcan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vulcan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vulcan
#6C757D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7779A5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vulcan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vulcan 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 Vulcan.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vulcan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vulcan have?
Vulcan by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Vulcan from other brands?
The closest matches are Sheffield Gray by PPG (#6B7680), Favorite Flannel by PPG (#70777E), Britannia Blue by Benjamin Moore (#68747D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Vulcan?
Vulcan has an LRV of 17.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vulcan's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.