Griffin 7026 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6F6459, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eagles Feathers from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F6459 · 7026
Griffin
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Griffin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Griffin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGriffin
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyEagles Feathers
Eagles Feathers
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Derby
Behr
Nearly identical
Monterey Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Monk's Cloth
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tyson Taupe
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Muddy Paws
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stampede
Valspar
Very similar
Cocoa Powder
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Northwood Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Griffin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Griffin
#6F6459
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#979764
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Griffin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Griffin 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 Griffin.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Griffin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Griffin have?
Griffin by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Griffin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Griffin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Griffin are Eagles Feathers by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Derby by Behr (a near-identical match), Monterey Cliffs by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Griffin'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 Griffin?
Griffin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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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