Gentian 6817 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6572A5, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Regal Azure from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6572A5 · 6817
Gentian
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Gentian Technical Profile
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Gentian in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gentian in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGentian
Nearly identical
Vista PaintRegal Azure
Regal Azure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
King's Robe
PPG
Nearly identical
Vintage
Behr
Nearly identical
Genie
Kilz
Nearly identical
Indi-Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Regal Azure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ocean Night
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bedtime Story
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Nova
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentian
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentian
#6572A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9185AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentian
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentian 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 Gentian.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentian — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentian have?
Gentian by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gentian in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gentian from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gentian are Regal Azure by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), King's Robe by PPG (a near-identical match), Vintage by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gentian'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 Gentian?
Gentian has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gentian's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.