Andiron 6174 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #424036, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Woods Hole from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #424036 · 6174
Andiron
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Andiron Technical Profile
HEX Code#424036
RGB66, 64, 54
Estimated LRV5.1
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Andiron
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Andiron
#424036
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B6744
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Andiron
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Andiron 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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Andiron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Andiron have?
Andiron by Sherwin-Williams 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 Andiron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Andiron are Woods Hole by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Grey Olive by RAL (a close digital match), Havana Coffee by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Andiron'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 Andiron?
Andiron has a estimated lightness value of 5.1, 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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