Grizzle Gray 7068 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #636562, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Locust from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #636562 · 7068
Grizzle Gray
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Grizzle Gray Technical Profile
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Grizzle Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grizzle Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGrizzle Gray
Nearly identical
BehrBlack Locust
Black Locust
Behr
Nearly identical
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sable Evening
Valspar
Nearly identical
City Shadow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tornado Wind
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fade to Black
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deepest Valley Green
PPG
Very similar
Great Graphite
Vista Paint
Very similar
Old Key
Kilz
Very similar
Softened Coal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grizzle Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grizzle Gray
#636562
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64966C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grizzle Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grizzle Gray 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 Grizzle Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grizzle Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grizzle Gray have?
Grizzle Gray 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 Grizzle Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grizzle Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grizzle Gray are Black Locust by Behr (a near-identical match), Down Pipe by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Sable Evening by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grizzle Gray'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 Grizzle Gray?
Grizzle Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grizzle Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.