Iron Ore 7069 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #434341, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Subway from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #434341 · 7069
Iron Ore
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Iron Ore
Iron Ore is the warm charcoal that reads almost-black indoors and softer outside — the in-between people choose when true black feels too severe. At LRV 6 it has real depth, but its warm gray base keeps it from the hard edge of a pure black, which is why it's a favorite for exterior bodies, front doors, and moody cabinetry.
In bright light its brown-gray warmth shows; in shadow it deepens toward black. It pairs naturally with warm whites, wood tones, and black hardware. Behr Broadway and PPG Onyx are its closest cross-brand matches, both very close on the wall.
Iron Ore Technical Profile
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Iron Ore in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Iron Ore in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsIron Ore
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSubway
Subway
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Broadway
Behr
Nearly identical
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Subway
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Onyx
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Notre Dame
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Caviar
Valspar
Very similar
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Black Olive
RAL
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Iron Ore
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iron Ore
#434341
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B6E49
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iron Ore
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iron Ore 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 Iron Ore.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Iron Ore — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iron Ore have?
Iron Ore 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 Iron Ore in your own space before committing.
What colors match Iron Ore from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Iron Ore are Subway by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Broadway by Behr (a near-identical match), Cauldron by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Iron Ore'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 Iron Ore?
Iron Ore has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.6, 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 Iron Ore's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.