Enigma 6018 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8B7C7E, estimated LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystere from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #8B7C7E · 6018
Enigma
21%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Enigma Technical Profile
HEX Code#8B7C7E
RGB139, 124, 126
Estimated LRV21.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Enigma
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Enigma
#8B7C7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9485
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Enigma
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Enigma Room Palettes
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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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Enigma — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Enigma have?
Enigma by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) 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 Enigma from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Enigma are Mystere by Behr (a close digital match), Castle Hill by Behr (a very close match), California Dreamin by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Enigma'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 Enigma?
Enigma has a estimated lightness value of 21.4, 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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