Gettysburg Gray → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Benjamin Moore Gettysburg Gray (HC-107), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Gettysburg Gray
If you love Benjamin Moore Gettysburg Gray but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Gettysburg Gray (HC-107) is a dark gray with historic green-gray undertones. A dark, historic gray-green from the Historical Collection. Named for the Pennsylvania battlefield. Rich and somber with warm green undertones. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 17.22) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Gettysburg Gray and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Network Gray (SW 7073) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Network Gray is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Gettysburg Gray
Network Gray is close.
| Gettysburg Gray | Network Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 17.22 | 22 |
| Hex | #848279 | #94918C |
| Undertone | Historic Green-Gray | Warm Dark Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Gettysburg Gray has historic green-gray undertones. A dark, historic gray-green from the Historical Collection. Named for the Pennsylvania battlefield. Rich and somber with warm green undertones.
Network Gray has warm dark gray undertones. A warm, dark gray. Deeper than Dorian Gray, less dark than Online. Named for the connections it creates between light and dark in a room. A solid, reliable dark neutral.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Gettysburg Gray's historic green-gray quality may read differently than Network Gray's warm dark gray character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Gettysburg Gray in Your Room
In bright light, the green shows. In dim rooms, a warm dark gray. Historic and grounding.
Network Gray in Your Room
Warm and grounding. In bright rooms, reads as a warm medium-dark gray. In dim rooms, the depth provides drama without oppressiveness.
LRV and Brightness
Gettysburg Gray has an LRV of 17.22, while Network Gray has an LRV of 22. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Gettysburg Gray
Benjamin Moore recommends Gettysburg Gray for: exterior, accent wall, office, cabinets, dining room. With an LRV of 17.22, this is a dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Network Gray is recommended for: accent wall, exterior, office, cabinets, bathroom vanity. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Gettysburg Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Gettysburg Gray (HC-107) is Network Gray (SW 7073) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Network Gray is close. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Gettysburg Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with historic green-gray undertones and an LRV of 17.22. Network Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with warm dark gray undertones and an LRV of 22. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.