Rocky River 6215 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5E706A, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Drifting Downstream from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E706A · 6215
Rocky River
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rocky River Technical Profile
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Rocky River in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rocky River in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRocky River
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDrifting Downstream
Drifting Downstream
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cameroon Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Under Water World
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Caldwell Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dark Stormy Sky Green
PPG
Very similar
Micropolis
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Luscious Spruce
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Canadian Fir
Valspar
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rocky River
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rocky River
#5E706A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#67919A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rocky River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rocky River 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 Rocky River.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rocky River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rocky River have?
Rocky River 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 Rocky River in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rocky River from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rocky River are Drifting Downstream by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cameroon Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Hidden Gem by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rocky River'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 Rocky River?
Rocky River has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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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Why Rocky River's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.