Rare Gray 6199 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A6A69B, LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old Celadon from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6A69B · 6199
Rare Gray
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rare Gray Technical Profile
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Rare Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rare Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRare Gray
Nearly identical
BehrOld Celadon
Old Celadon
Behr
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ashford
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sabre Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rigani
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whale Watching
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Skipping Stone Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Very similar
Promenade Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rare Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rare Gray
#A6A69B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rare Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rare Gray 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 Rare Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rare Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rare Gray have?
Rare Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Rare Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rare Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rare Gray are Old Celadon by Behr (a near-identical match), Historical Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Winter Rye by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rare Gray'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 Rare Gray?
Rare Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.7, 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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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 Rare Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.