Aloof Gray 6197 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C9C9C0, LRV 58 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whitewash Oak from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9C9C0 · 6197
Aloof Gray
58%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Aloof Gray Technical Profile
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Aloof Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aloof Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAloof Gray
Nearly identical
BehrWhitewash Oak
Whitewash Oak
Behr
Nearly identical
Winter Way
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloud Cover
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Grey Nuance
PPG
Nearly identical
Smoke Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rippled Rock
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Notre Dame
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Song
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Florito
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cromarty
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aloof Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aloof Gray
#C9C9C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aloof Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aloof 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Aloof 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.
Aloof Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aloof Gray have?
Aloof Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Aloof Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aloof Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aloof Gray are Whitewash Oak by Behr (a near-identical match), Winter Way by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cloud Cover by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aloof 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 Aloof Gray?
Aloof Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Aloof Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.