Krypton 6247 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B8C0C3, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chromed from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8C0C3 · 6247
Krypton
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Krypton
Krypton is a light, cool blue-gray at LRV 52 — a soft gray with a clear blue base that gives a room a calm, slightly architectural feel. It's the choice for a cool gray with a touch of blue, a step toward color without committing to a real blue.
Its blue base reads stronger in north light, so it's happiest with warm or balanced light. It pairs with cool whites and modern finishes. Behr Distant Star is its near-identical cross-brand match.
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Krypton in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Krypton in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsKrypton
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyChromed
Chromed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gray Frost
PPG
Nearly identical
Distant Star
Behr
Nearly identical
Crestline
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Platinum Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gray Timber Wolf
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seersucker
Valspar
Nearly identical
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water Droplet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Krypton
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Krypton
#B8C0C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Krypton
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Krypton 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 Krypton.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Krypton — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Krypton have?
Krypton 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 Krypton in your own space before committing.
What colors match Krypton from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Krypton are Chromed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Gray Frost by PPG (a near-identical match), Distant Star by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Krypton'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 Krypton?
Krypton has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
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 Krypton's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.