Ref. #6D7079 · K-778
Gray Whale Cove
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gray Whale Cove Technical Profile
What color is Gray Whale Cove? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6D7079. Colors similar to Gray Whale Cove include Hirshfield's Dolphin Dream, Valspar Purple Funk, Dunn-Edwards Draw Your Sword. Gray Whale Cove has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Gray Whale Cove creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Gray Whale Cove pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Gray Whale Cove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Whale Cove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Whale Cove
#6D7079
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8176A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Whale Cove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Whale Cove 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 Gray Whale Cove.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gray Whale Cove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Whale Cove have?
Gray Whale Cove by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gray Whale Cove from other brands?
The closest matches are Dolphin Dream by Hirshfield's (#6B6F78), Purple Funk by Valspar (#6D6F7A), Draw Your Sword by Dunn-Edwards (#6C7179). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gray Whale Cove?
Gray Whale Cove has an LRV of 16.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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