Anonymous 7046 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #817A6E, LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Weathered Rock from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #817A6E · 7046
Anonymous
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
More about Anonymous
Anonymous is a deep, warm greige-brown at LRV 20 — a grounded, mid-dark neutral with a soft taupe depth. It's the choice when you want a greige with real weight and warmth for an accent wall, cabinetry, or an exterior, rather than a light, recede-into-the-wall neutral.
At this depth it darkens in low light and shows its taupe warmth in good light. It pairs with creamy whites, wood, and warm metals. Benjamin Moore River Silt is its closest cross-brand match.
Anonymous Technical Profile
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Anonymous in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Anonymous in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAnonymous
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWeathered Rock
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
River Silt
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Eagle Ridge
Behr
Nearly identical
Empire
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shaggy Dog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wall Street Grey
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Anonymous
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Anonymous
#817A6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1A77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Anonymous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Anonymous 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 Anonymous.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Anonymous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Anonymous have?
Anonymous 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 Anonymous in your own space before committing.
What colors match Anonymous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Anonymous are Weathered Rock by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Fireplace Mantel by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Hidcote Manor by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Anonymous'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 Anonymous?
Anonymous has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Anonymous's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.