Quietude 6212 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #ADBBB2, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zen from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ADBBB2 · 6212
Quietude
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Quietude Technical Profile
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Quietude in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Quietude in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsQuietude
Nearly identical
BehrZen
Zen
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Bog Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sage Pond
Kilz
Nearly identical
Ocean Cruise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rainsong
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Raindance
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ocean Cruise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Smoke
PPG
Very similar
Fair Maiden
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quietude
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quietude
#ADBBB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quietude
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quietude 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 Quietude.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Quietude — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quietude have?
Quietude 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 Quietude in your own space before committing.
What colors match Quietude from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Quietude are Zen by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Blue by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Bog Fog by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Quietude'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 Quietude?
Quietude has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Quietude's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.