Cloak Gray 6278 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #605E63, LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thunderous Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #605E63 · 6278
Cloak Gray
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cloak Gray Technical Profile
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Cloak Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cloak 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-WilliamsCloak Gray
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyThunderous Gray
Thunderous Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dark Shadows
Behr
Nearly identical
Space
Kilz
Very similar
Five O’Clock Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gray Flannel
PPG
Very similar
Mythic
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Double Infinity
Valspar
Very similar
Sheet Metal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Muted Mulberry
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Graphite Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cloak Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cloak Gray
#605E63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E6292
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cloak Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cloak 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 Cloak 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.
Cloak Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cloak Gray have?
Cloak Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Cloak Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cloak Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cloak Gray are Thunderous Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dark Shadows by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark Shadows by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cloak 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 Cloak Gray?
Cloak Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.4, 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 Cloak Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.