Gateway Gray MQ6-22 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9E9E9D, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Tone from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E9E9D · MQ6-22
Gateway Gray
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gateway Gray Technical Profile
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Gateway Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gateway Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGateway Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSmoky Tone
Smoky Tone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Burnished Blade
PPG
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Middle Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sleepy Kitten
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sterling Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bedrock
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lavender Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gateway Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gateway Gray
#9E9E9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gateway Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gateway Gray 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Gateway Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gateway Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gateway Gray have?
Gateway Gray by Behr has a neutral 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 Gateway Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gateway Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gateway Gray are Smoky Tone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Smoky Tone by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Burnished Blade by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gateway Gray'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 Gateway Gray?
Gateway Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.2, 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 Gateway Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.