Ref. #6F848C · 9140
Blustery Sky
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blustery Sky Technical Profile
What color is Blustery Sky? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6F848C. Colors similar to Blustery Sky include Benjamin Moore Blue Dusk, Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray, Behr Atlantic Shoreline. Blustery Sky has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Blustery Sky creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Blustery Sky pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Blustery Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blustery Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blustery Sky
#6F848C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#828CAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blustery Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blustery Sky 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 Blustery Sky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blustery Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blustery Sky have?
Blustery Sky by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Blustery Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Dusk by Benjamin Moore (#6F8892), Smokestack Gray by Benjamin Moore (#738388), Atlantic Shoreline by Behr (#70818A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blustery Sky?
Blustery Sky has an LRV of 21.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blustery Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.