Ref. #5B5E61 · 1011-6
Glazed Granite
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Glazed Granite Technical Profile
What color is Glazed Granite? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #5B5E61. Colors similar to Glazed Granite include Dunn-Edwards Sheet Metal, Behr Pencil Point, Benjamin Moore Ambler Slate. Glazed Granite has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Glazed Granite 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, Glazed Granite 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 Glazed Granite
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glazed Granite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glazed Granite
#5B5E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#60608F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glazed Granite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glazed Granite 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Glazed Granite.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glazed Granite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glazed Granite have?
Glazed Granite by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Glazed Granite from other brands?
The closest matches are Sheet Metal by Dunn-Edwards (#5E6063), Pencil Point by Behr (#595D62), Ambler Slate by Benjamin Moore (#585A5B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glazed Granite?
Glazed Granite has an LRV of 11.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Glazed Granite's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.