North Star 6246 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CAD0D2, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moonlit Walk from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAD0D2 · 6246
North Star
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about North Star
North Star is a light, cool blue-gray at LRV 62 — a soft gray with a clear blue whisper that keeps a room feeling fresh and serene. It's a gentle, airy choice for bedrooms and bathrooms where you want a hint of blue without committing to a real blue.
Its cool base reads slightly bluer in north light. It pairs with crisp whites and pale wood for a calm, modern feel. Benjamin Moore Early Frost is its near-identical match, with Behr Chicago Fog close behind.
North Star Technical Profile
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North Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to North Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsNorth Star
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyMoonlit Walk
Moonlit Walk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Early Frost
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Salina Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Where there is Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Highlights
Valspar
Nearly identical
Quiet Rain
PPG
Nearly identical
Hush
Behr
Nearly identical
Sacred Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brushed Metal
Kilz
Very similar
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Star
#CAD0D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North Star 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 North Star.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
North Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Star have?
North Star 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 North Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match North Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to North Star are Moonlit Walk by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Early Frost by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Salina Springs by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting North Star'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 North Star?
North Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.