Krypton 6247 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B8C0C3, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #B8C0C3 · 6247
Krypton
52%Estimated LRV
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.
Krypton Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8C0C3
RGB184, 192, 195
Estimated LRV51.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Krypton
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Chromed
Dutch Boy
#B8C0C3
Close digital match
Gray Frost
PPG
#B8BFC2
Close digital match
Distant Star
Behr
#B7BEC1
Close digital match
Crestline
Dunn-Edwards
#B4BCBF
Close digital match
Platinum Ring
Kilz
#BCC1C3
Close digital match
Gray Timber Wolf
Benjamin Moore
#BBC2C7
Close digital match
Seersucker
Valspar
#B8C2C8
Close digital match
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
#B2BFC5
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Marseilles
Hirshfield's
#B7BBBB
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Water Droplet
Vista Paint
#BDC9CD
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Agate Grey
RAL
#C3C3C3
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Wool .02
Colorhouse
#C1CDCD
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Colors That Work With Krypton
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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
Digital 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
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Krypton — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Krypton have?
Krypton by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Krypton from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Krypton are Chromed by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Gray Frost by PPG (a close digital match), Distant Star by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Krypton's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.