Special Gray 6277 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7B787D, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Night on the Moors from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7B787D · 6277
Special Gray
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Special Gray Technical Profile
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Special Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Special 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-WilliamsSpecial Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparNight on the Moors
Night on the Moors
Valspar
Nearly identical
Smoldered
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tempest
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Elegant Charcoal
PPG
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Whale Tail
Kilz
Very similar
Complex Gray
Behr
Very similar
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Special Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Special Gray
#7B787D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A97FA5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Special Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Special 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 Special 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.
Special Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Special Gray have?
Special Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) 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 Special Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Special Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Special Gray are Night on the Moors by Valspar (a near-identical match), Smoldered by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Tempest by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Special 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 Special Gray?
Special Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.1, 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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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 Special Gray's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.