North Star 6246 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CAD0D2, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #CAD0D2 · 6246
North Star
62%Estimated LRV
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
HEX Code#CAD0D2
RGB202, 208, 210
Estimated LRV62.3
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 North Star
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Moonlit Walk
Dutch Boy
#CDD2D3
Close digital match
Early Frost
Benjamin Moore
#CACFD2
Close digital match
Salina Springs
Dunn-Edwards
#CAD2D4
Close digital match
Where there is Smoke
Vista Paint
#CACED0
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Highlights
Valspar
#C9D0D4
Close digital match
Quiet Rain
PPG
#CCD2D6
Close digital match
Hush
Behr
#CBCECE
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Sacred Spring
Hirshfield's
#C7CBCE
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Brushed Metal
Kilz
#CCCDCE
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#CCD0CD
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#D0D0D0
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Colors That Work With North Star
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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
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match North Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to North Star are Moonlit Walk by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Early Frost by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Salina Springs by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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