Distance 6243 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5D6F7F, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flint Stone from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D6F7F · 6243
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More about Distance
Distance is a deep, moody blue-gray slate at LRV 15 — darker and grayer than a true navy, which gives it a sophisticated, almost stormy quality. It's a strong choice for an accent wall, cabinetry, or a study you want to feel enveloping and a little dramatic.
At this depth it shifts noticeably with light — bluer in daylight, grayer and darker in shadow — so sample it in place. It pairs with warm metals and crisp whites. Behr Hypnotic is a very close cross-brand match, with Benjamin Moore Thousand Oceans very similar.
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Distance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Distance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDistance
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyFlint Stone
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hatteras Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Smoky Pitch
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Print
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Depths
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hypnotic
Behr
Very similar
Thousand Oceans
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Iron Medallion
Kilz
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Distance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distance
#5D6F7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#70719F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distance 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 Distance.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Distance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distance have?
Distance by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Distance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Distance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distance are Flint Stone by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Hatteras Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Smoky Pitch by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Distance'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 Distance?
Distance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.2, 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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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 Distance's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.