Versatile Gray 6072 is a beige paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C1B6AB, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mortar and Pestle from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1B6AB · 6072
Versatile Gray
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Versatile Gray
Versatile Gray is a warm, mid-tone greige-taupe at LRV 48 — a balanced gray-brown that lives up to its name, working across a wide range of rooms and lighting. It has enough warmth to feel cozy and enough depth to give a room definition.
Like most warm greiges it can show a faint green or taupe base in cool light, so sample in place. It pairs with white trim and most wood tones. Behr Smokestack is a near-identical match, with Benjamin Moore Hazelwood close behind.
Versatile Gray Technical Profile
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Versatile Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Versatile 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-WilliamsVersatile Gray
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyMortar and Pestle
Mortar and Pestle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Faux Bois
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gallery Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Smokestack
Behr
Nearly identical
North
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stone Harbor Greige
PPG
Nearly identical
Trinket
Kilz
Nearly identical
Light Lichen
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Castellina
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Roasted Macadamia
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Versatile Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Versatile Gray
#C1B6AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Versatile Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Versatile 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 Versatile Gray.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Versatile Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Versatile Gray have?
Versatile Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Versatile Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Versatile Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Versatile Gray are Mortar and Pestle by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Faux Bois by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ash Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Versatile 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 Versatile Gray?
Versatile Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Versatile Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.