Ref. #6C8867 · 6452
Inland
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Inland Technical Profile
What color is Inland? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6C8867. Colors similar to Inland include Dunn-Edwards Forest Path, Valspar Mixedwood Leaf, Dunn-Edwards English Holly. Inland has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Inland creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Inland pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Inland
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Inland
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inland
#6C8867
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7BA78A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inland
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inland 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 Inland.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Inland — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inland have?
Inland by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Inland from other brands?
The closest matches are Forest Path by Dunn-Edwards (#708D6C), Mixedwood Leaf by Valspar (#68825E), English Holly by Dunn-Edwards (#68846A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Inland?
Inland has an LRV of 21.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Inland's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.