Folkstone 6005 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6D6562, estimated LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Galvanized Shadow from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #6D6562 · 6005
Folkstone
13%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Folkstone Technical Profile
HEX Code#6D6562
RGB109, 101, 98
Estimated LRV13.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Folkstone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Folkstone
#6D6562
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A8F68
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Folkstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Folkstone 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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Folkstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Folkstone have?
Folkstone 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 Folkstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Folkstone are Galvanized Shadow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Aromatic Cloves by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Chocolate Pudding by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Folkstone'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 Folkstone?
Folkstone has a estimated lightness value of 13.4, 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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