Tempe Star 6229 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #47626A, LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stormed Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #47626A · 6229
Tempe Star
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tempe Star Technical Profile
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Tempe Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tempe Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsTempe Star
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyStormed Blue
Stormed Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stained Glass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mallard Trek Turquoise
PPG
Nearly identical
Perfect Storm
Valspar
Nearly identical
Walk Me Home
Behr
Nearly identical
La at Night
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Very similar
Volute
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Volute
Vista Paint
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tempe Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempe Star
#47626A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B6889
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempe Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempe Star 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 Tempe Star.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tempe Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tempe Star have?
Tempe Star by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tempe Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tempe Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempe Star are Stormed Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Stained Glass by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mallard Trek Turquoise by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tempe Star'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 Tempe Star?
Tempe Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.1, 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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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 Tempe Star's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.