Ref. #696863 · 9555
Storm Warning
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Storm Warning Technical Profile
What color is Storm Warning? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #696863. Colors similar to Storm Warning include Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal, Behr Mined Coal, MPC Vanadium Grey. Storm Warning has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Storm Warning creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Storm Warning pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Storm Warning
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Storm Warning
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Storm Warning
#696863
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#889966
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Storm Warning
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Storm Warning 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 Warning.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Storm Warning — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Storm Warning have?
Storm Warning by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Storm Warning from other brands?
The closest matches are Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore (#686763), Mined Coal by Behr (#6C6A66), Vanadium Grey by MPC (#6A6A67). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Storm Warning?
Storm Warning has an LRV of 13.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Storm Warning's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.