Meditative 6227 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #96AAB0, LRV 38 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Down Pour from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96AAB0 · 6227
Meditative
38%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Meditative Technical Profile
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Meditative in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Meditative in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsMeditative
Nearly identical
BehrDown Pour
Down Pour
Behr
Nearly identical
Whiskful
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shale Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mountain Stream
PPG
Nearly identical
Endless Rain
Kilz
Very similar
Dusty Cornflower
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wonder Land
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mission Bay Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Beacon Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Meditative
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Meditative
#96AAB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Meditative
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Meditative 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 Meditative.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Meditative — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Meditative have?
Meditative by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Meditative in your own space before committing.
What colors match Meditative from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Meditative are Down Pour by Behr (a near-identical match), Whiskful by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Shale Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Meditative'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 Meditative?
Meditative has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Meditative's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.