Ref. #626970 · 6257
Gibraltar
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gibraltar Technical Profile
What color is Gibraltar? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #626970. Colors similar to Gibraltar include Benjamin Moore Ocean Floor, Kilz Murky Depths, Valspar Whale Watching. Gibraltar has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Gibraltar creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Gibraltar pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Gibraltar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gibraltar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gibraltar
#626970
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A6A9B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gibraltar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gibraltar 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 Gibraltar.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gibraltar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gibraltar have?
Gibraltar by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gibraltar from other brands?
The closest matches are Ocean Floor by Benjamin Moore (#60676D), Murky Depths by Kilz (#5F676C), Whale Watching by Valspar (#636A74). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gibraltar?
Gibraltar has an LRV of 13.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gibraltar's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.