Outerspace 6251 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #586168, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Lake from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #586168 · 6251
Outerspace
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Outerspace Technical Profile
HEX Code#586168
RGB88, 97, 104
Estimated LRV11.6
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Outerspace
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Outerspace
#586168
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#616492
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Outerspace
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Outerspace 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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Outerspace — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Outerspace have?
Outerspace 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 Outerspace from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Outerspace are Blue Lake by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Blue Metal by Behr (a close digital match), Thunder Bay by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Outerspace'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 Outerspace?
Outerspace has a estimated lightness value of 11.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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