Conservative Gray 6183 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D1D0C6, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashen Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #D1D0C6 · 6183
Conservative Gray
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Conservative Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1D0C6
RGB209, 208, 198
Estimated LRV62.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Ashen Tan
Behr
#D4D3C9
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Lanolin
Kilz
#D1D1C6
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Polished Limestone
PPG
#D3D2CA
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Power Lunch
Hirshfield's
#D4D1C7
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Rodeo
Benjamin Moore
#D1CEC3
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Power Lunch
Vista Paint
#D5D2C7
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So Chic!
Dunn-Edwards
#CECDC5
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Zephyr Breeze
Dutch Boy
#D1D0C3
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Bay Sands
Valspar
#D0CEC1
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Cromarty
Farrow & Ball
#CFCEC0
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Stone .04
Colorhouse
#C9CABD
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Colors That Work With Conservative Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Conservative Gray
#D1D0C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Conservative Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Conservative 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
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Conservative Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Conservative Gray have?
Conservative Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Conservative Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Conservative Gray are Ashen Tan by Behr (a close digital match), Lanolin by Kilz (a close digital match), Gray View by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Conservative 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 Conservative Gray?
Conservative Gray has a estimated lightness value of 62.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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