Ref. #D0CEC8 · 7671
On the Rocks
62%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
On the Rocks Technical Profile
What color is On the Rocks? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D0CEC8. Colors similar to On the Rocks include Valspar Silver Thistle Down, Kilz Brown Rice, Benjamin Moore Barren Plain. On the Rocks has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, On the Rocks sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, On the Rocks pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to On the Rocks
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With On the Rocks
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
On the Rocks
#D0CEC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for On the Rocks
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
On the Rocks 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 On the Rocks.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
On the Rocks — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does On the Rocks have?
On the Rocks by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match On the Rocks from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Thistle Down by Valspar (#D1D0CA), Brown Rice by Kilz (#D1CEC9), Barren Plain by Benjamin Moore (#D4D1CA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of On the Rocks?
On the Rocks has an LRV of 61.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why On the Rocks's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.