Grays Harbor 6236 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #596368, estimated LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Metal from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #596368 · 6236
Grays Harbor
12%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Grays Harbor Technical Profile
HEX Code#596368
RGB89, 99, 104
Estimated LRV12.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Grays Harbor
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grays Harbor
#596368
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#626A92
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grays Harbor
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grays Harbor 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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Grays Harbor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grays Harbor have?
Grays Harbor by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Grays Harbor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grays Harbor are Blue Metal by Behr (a close digital match), Cobalt Cannon by Valspar (a close digital match), Powell Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grays Harbor'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 Grays Harbor?
Grays Harbor has a estimated lightness value of 12.0, 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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