Adaptive Shade 7053 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #867E70, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Randolph Stone from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #867E70 · 7053
Adaptive Shade
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Adaptive Shade Technical Profile
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Adaptive Shade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Adaptive Shade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAdaptive Shade
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRandolph Stone
Randolph Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Winding Path
Behr
Nearly identical
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Seine
Valspar
Very similar
Dark Ash
PPG
Very similar
Wildwood
Kilz
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Adaptive Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Adaptive Shade
#867E70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AA7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Adaptive Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Adaptive Shade 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Adaptive Shade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Adaptive Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Adaptive Shade have?
Adaptive Shade by Sherwin-Williams 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 Adaptive Shade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Adaptive Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Adaptive Shade are Randolph Stone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sparrow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), River Silt by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Adaptive Shade'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 Adaptive Shade?
Adaptive Shade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Adaptive Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.