Grays Harbor 6236 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #596368, 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.
Ref. #596368 · 6236
Grays Harbor
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Grays Harbor Technical Profile
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Grays Harbor in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grays Harbor in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGrays Harbor
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Metal
Blue Metal
Behr
Nearly identical
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Powell Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lava Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Murky Depths
Kilz
Nearly identical
Anchor Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Greybeard
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grays Harbor
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grays Harbor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grays Harbor 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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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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Grays Harbor in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grays Harbor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grays Harbor are Blue Metal by Behr (a near-identical match), Cobalt Cannon by Valspar (a near-identical match), Powell Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grays Harbor's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.