Sheffield Gray 1041-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6B7680, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vulcan from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6B7680 · 1041-6
Sheffield Gray
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sheffield Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#6B7680
RGB107, 118, 128
Estimated LRV17.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vulcan
Dunn-Edwards
#6C757D
Close digital match
Deep Channel
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#6D7983
Close digital match
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#68747D
Close digital match
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Behr
#677582
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#6B727A
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#656D73
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Colors That Work With Sheffield Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sheffield Gray
#6B7680
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#797AA5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sheffield Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sheffield 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
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Sheffield Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sheffield Gray have?
Sheffield Gray by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sheffield Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sheffield Gray are Vulcan by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Deep Channel by Valspar (a close digital match), Britannia Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sheffield 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 Sheffield Gray?
Sheffield Gray has a estimated lightness value of 17.6, 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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