Ref. #484C49 · 7062
Rock Bottom
7%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Rock Bottom Technical Profile
What color is Rock Bottom? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #484C49. Colors similar to Rock Bottom include MPC Gaeta Olive, Farrow & Ball Studio Green, Benjamin Moore Deep River. Rock Bottom has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Rock Bottom creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Rock Bottom pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Rock Bottom
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rock Bottom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rock Bottom
#484C49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#50776D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rock Bottom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rock Bottom 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 Rock Bottom.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rock Bottom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rock Bottom have?
Rock Bottom by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Rock Bottom from other brands?
The closest matches are Gaeta Olive by MPC (#464A47), Studio Green by Farrow & Ball (#464C49), Deep River by Benjamin Moore (#4C4F4B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rock Bottom?
Rock Bottom has an LRV of 7.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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