Hardware 6172 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8B8372, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Timber Wolf from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B8372 · 6172
Hardware
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Hardware in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hardware in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHardware
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsTimber Wolf
Timber Wolf
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dry Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark Ash
PPG
Nearly identical
Barnboard
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mossy Aura
Valspar
Nearly identical
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pettingill Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Milkweed
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wildwood
Kilz
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hardware
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hardware
#8B8372
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hardware
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hardware 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 Hardware.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hardware — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hardware have?
Hardware 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 Hardware in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hardware from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hardware are Timber Wolf by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dry Brown by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark Ash by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hardware'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 Hardware?
Hardware has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.9, 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 Hardware's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.