Eclipse 6166 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6B6757, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Castle Peak Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B6757 · 6166
Eclipse
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Eclipse Technical Profile
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Eclipse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Eclipse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsEclipse
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCastle Peak Gray
Castle Peak Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aged Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Eye of the Storm
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Nevergreen
PPG
Nearly identical
Rock of Ages
Vista Paint
Very similar
City Arboretum
Valspar
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Very similar
Ivy Topiary
Behr
Very similar
Aran Isle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Tea Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eclipse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eclipse
#6B6757
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#849362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eclipse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eclipse 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 Eclipse.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Eclipse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eclipse have?
Eclipse by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Eclipse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Eclipse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Eclipse are Castle Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Country Life by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Aged Jade by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Eclipse'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 Eclipse?
Eclipse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, 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 Eclipse's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.