Artichoke 6179 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7F8266, LRV 21 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Balsam Sprig from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F8266 · 6179
Artichoke
21%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Artichoke Technical Profile
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Artichoke in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Artichoke in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsArtichoke
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBalsam Sprig
Balsam Sprig
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Galpagos Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pendula Garden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mocha Accent
Behr
Nearly identical
Wilderness
PPG
Nearly identical
Pendula Garden
Vista Paint
Very similar
Moss Covered
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Native Henna
Valspar
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Cement Grey
RAL
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artichoke
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artichoke
#7F8266
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89A477
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artichoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artichoke 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 Artichoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artichoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artichoke have?
Artichoke by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) 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 Artichoke in your own space before committing.
What colors match Artichoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artichoke are Balsam Sprig by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Galpagos Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mossy Oak by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Artichoke'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 Artichoke?
Artichoke has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Artichoke's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.