Shark Fin 0574 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A6A49A, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shark Fin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6A49A · 0574
Shark Fin
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Shark Fin Technical Profile
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Shark Fin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shark Fin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintShark Fin
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sShark Fin
Shark Fin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Downing Stone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hot Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Old Celadon
Behr
Nearly identical
Wet Pavement
Valspar
Nearly identical
Vintage Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Fishing Net
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Very similar
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shark Fin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shark Fin
#A6A49A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shark Fin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shark Fin 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 Shark Fin.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shark Fin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shark Fin have?
Shark Fin by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 Shark Fin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shark Fin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shark Fin are Shark Fin by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Downing Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rare Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shark Fin'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 Shark Fin?
Shark Fin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.0, 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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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 Shark Fin's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.