Inkwell 6992 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #31363A, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #31363A · 6992
Inkwell
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Inkwell
Inkwell is a soft, deep near-black at LRV 4 with a subtle blue-gray base that keeps it from reading as a flat true black. It's the dramatic choice for doors, trim, cabinetry, and accent walls when you want depth with a hint of cool character rather than a stark black.
Like any near-black it reads essentially black in shadow and shows its blue depth in good light. It pairs crisply with cool whites or warms up with brass and wood. Behr Spade Black is its closest cross-brand match, with Benjamin Moore After Midnight close.
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Inkwell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Inkwell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsInkwell
Nearly identical
RALGranite Grey
Granite Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Spade Black
Behr
Nearly identical
After Midnight
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
In the Dark
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sayward Pine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
True Black
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Very similar
Starless Sky
PPG
Very similar
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tomcat
Valspar
Very similar
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inkwell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inkwell
#31363A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3F415F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inkwell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inkwell 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 Inkwell.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Inkwell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inkwell have?
Inkwell 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 Inkwell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Inkwell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Inkwell are Granite Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Spade Black by Behr (a near-identical match), After Midnight by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Inkwell'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 Inkwell?
Inkwell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.6, 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 Inkwell's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.