Porpoise 7047 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6B645B, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Comforting Neutral from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B645B · 7047
Porpoise
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Porpoise Technical Profile
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Porpoise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Porpoise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPorpoise
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyComforting Neutral
Comforting Neutral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Deep Creek
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grey Squirrel
PPG
Nearly identical
Catch of the Day
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grey Locks
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Muddy Paws
Kilz
Nearly identical
Derby
Behr
Nearly identical
Prune the Tree
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Porpoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Porpoise
#6B645B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#929564
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Porpoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Porpoise 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 Porpoise.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Porpoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Porpoise have?
Porpoise 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 Porpoise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Porpoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Porpoise are Comforting Neutral by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Deep Creek by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Grey Squirrel by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Porpoise'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 Porpoise?
Porpoise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Porpoise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.