Storm Cloud 6249 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7A848D, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slate Ridge from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A848D · 6249
Storm Cloud
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Storm Cloud Technical Profile
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Storm Cloud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Storm Cloud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsStorm Cloud
Nearly identical
PPGSlate Ridge
Slate Ridge
PPG
Nearly identical
Forever Denim
Behr
Nearly identical
December Nights
Kilz
Nearly identical
Elephant Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mirador
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mica Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Storm Cloud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Storm Cloud
#7A848D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8586AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Storm Cloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Storm Cloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Storm Cloud have?
Storm Cloud by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Storm Cloud in your own space before committing.
What colors match Storm Cloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Storm Cloud are Slate Ridge by PPG (a near-identical match), Forever Denim by Behr (a near-identical match), December Nights by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Storm Cloud'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 Storm Cloud?
Storm Cloud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Storm Cloud's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.