First Star 7646 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #DAD9D4, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shoreline from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAD9D4 · 7646
First Star
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
First Star Technical Profile
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First Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to First Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsFirst Star
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreShoreline
Shoreline
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dimpse
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Mr. Kitty
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whispering Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Tradition
Behr
Nearly identical
Baltic Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Ghost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Old Grey Mare
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With First Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Star
#DAD9D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Star 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 First Star.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
First Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Star have?
First Star 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 First Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match First Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to First Star are Shoreline by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dimpse by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Mr. Kitty by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting First Star'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 First Star?
First Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why First Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.