Ref. #605E63 · 6278
Cloak Gray
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cloak Gray Technical Profile
What color is Cloak Gray? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #605E63. Colors similar to Cloak Gray include Behr Dark Shadows, MPC Bison Gray, MPC Mudstone. Cloak Gray has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Cloak Gray creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Cloak Gray pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cloak Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cloak Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Shadows by Behr (#5B5A60), Bison Gray by MPC (#626062), Mudstone by MPC (#605E5F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cloak Gray?
Cloak Gray has an LRV of 11.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.