Ref. #6F675C · K-929
Castle Dale
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Castle Dale Technical Profile
What color is Castle Dale? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6F675C. Colors similar to Castle Dale include Hirshfield's Grey Locks, Benjamin Moore Deep Creek, Sherwin-Williams Porpoise. Castle Dale has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Castle Dale 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, Castle Dale 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 Castle Dale
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Castle Dale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Castle Dale
#6F675C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#949866
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Castle Dale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Castle Dale 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Castle Dale.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Castle Dale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Castle Dale have?
Castle Dale by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Castle Dale from other brands?
The closest matches are Grey Locks by Hirshfield's (#72695E), Deep Creek by Benjamin Moore (#6C665C), Porpoise by Sherwin-Williams (#6B645B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Castle Dale?
Castle Dale has an LRV of 13.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Castle Dale's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.