Storm Cloud 6249 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7A848D, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #7A848D · 6249
Storm Cloud
23%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Storm Cloud Technical Profile
HEX Code#7A848D
RGB122, 132, 141
Estimated LRV22.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Storm Cloud
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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
Digital 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
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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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Storm Cloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Storm Cloud are Slate Ridge by PPG (a close digital match), Forever Denim by Behr (a close digital match), December Nights by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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