Peppercorn 7674 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #585858, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #585858 · 7674
Peppercorn
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Peppercorn
Peppercorn is a deep, true charcoal-gray at LRV 4 — a clean, slightly soft dark gray that reads as a sophisticated near-black without a strong blue or brown cast. It's a versatile choice for trim, doors, cabinetry, and exterior accents when you want charcoal rather than full black.
It holds its neutral character well across lighting, deepening toward black in shadow. It pairs with crisp whites for contrast or warm metals for softness. It's a dead-on match for Benjamin Moore Gray, with Behr Maximum Gray very close.
Peppercorn Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Peppercorn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peppercorn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPeppercorn
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGray
Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shadow Mountain
Behr
Nearly identical
Ship'S Anchor
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Zombie
PPG
Nearly identical
Jet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Motor Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Muskeg Grey
Valspar
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Very similar
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Peppercorn — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peppercorn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peppercorn
#585858
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88725B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peppercorn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peppercorn 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 Peppercorn.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peppercorn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peppercorn have?
Peppercorn 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 Peppercorn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peppercorn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peppercorn are Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Shadow Mountain by Behr (a near-identical match), Ship'S Anchor by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Peppercorn'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 Peppercorn?
Peppercorn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.8, 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.
Explore More with Peppercorn
Related Reading
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 Peppercorn's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.