Spalding Gray 6074 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #8D7F75, LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Twig from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8D7F75 · 6074
Spalding Gray
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spalding Gray Technical Profile
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Spalding Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spalding 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-WilliamsSpalding Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsWinter Twig
Winter Twig
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wild Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Bohemian Earth
Kilz
Nearly identical
Soft Rabbit Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lab Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wild Wilderness
PPG
Very similar
Smoked Oyster
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Utopia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spalding Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spalding Gray
#8D7F75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spalding Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spalding 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 Spalding 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.
Spalding Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spalding Gray have?
Spalding Gray 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 Spalding Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spalding Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spalding Gray are Winter Twig by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Wild Truffle by Behr (a near-identical match), Mushroom Foraging by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spalding 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 Spalding Gray?
Spalding Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.1, 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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