ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sharkskin (2139-30) is a very dark warm gray (greige) with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 15. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Thunderous (SW 6201), Farrow & Ball Pantalon (No.221) and Behr Mountain Olive (N350-7A). For trim, try White (OC-151).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Gray |
| LRV | 14.8 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #6D6C5E |
| RGB | 109, 108, 94 |
| HSL | 56°, 7%, 40% |
About Sharkskin
Sharkskin (2139-30) is a very dark warm gray (greige) from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 15, Sharkskin absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sharkskin's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Castle Peak Gray (1561), it's lighter.
How Sharkskin changes with the light
Sharkskin has a fairly balanced undertone: it shifts a little cooler in north light and a little warmer in afternoon west light, which makes it an easy choice for most rooms.
North-facing rooms
In north light Sharkskin will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip.
East-facing rooms
Sharkskin will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Bright south light shows Sharkskin close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Sharkskin will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Sharkskin in real homes
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Sharkskin equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Very close · ΔE 1.9
Also close: Rosemary (ΔE 3.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sharkskin questions
What undertone does Sharkskin have?
Sharkskin has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sharkskin's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sharkskin a light or dark color?
Sharkskin has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 14.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 15, Sharkskin absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Sharkskin in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Thunderous SW 6201 (very close, ΔE 1.9); Farrow & Ball: Pantalon No.221 (close, ΔE 4.3); Behr: Mountain Olive N350-7A (close, ΔE 4.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sharkskin?
Try White (OC-151) on trim and Distant Gray (OC-68) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sharkskin's undertone.
Where does Sharkskin work best?
Sharkskin works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 15, Sharkskin absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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