Gray Whale Cove 8247 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #6D7079, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dolphin Dream from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6D7079 · 8247
Gray Whale Cove
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gray Whale Cove Technical Profile
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Gray Whale Cove in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Whale Cove in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintGray Whale Cove
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDolphin Dream
Dolphin Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Purple Funk
Valspar
Nearly identical
Draw Your Sword
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Charcoal Coast
PPG
Very similar
Ashland Slate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Charcoal Plum
Behr
Very similar
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Very similar
Exclusive Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gray Whale Cove in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Whale Cove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Whale Cove are Dolphin Dream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Purple Funk by Valspar (a near-identical match), Draw Your Sword by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gray Whale Cove'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 Gray Whale Cove?
Gray Whale Cove has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Whale Cove's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.