Chateau Gray DEGR51 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A19E98, estimated LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shadowy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #A19E98 · DEGR51
Chateau Gray
34%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chateau Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#A19E98
RGB161, 158, 152
Estimated LRV34.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Shadowy
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#A19E98
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Vintage Pewter
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#A19F98
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#9E9D99
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Colors That Work With Chateau Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chateau Gray
#A19E98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chateau Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chateau 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
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Chateau Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chateau Gray have?
Chateau Gray by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Chateau Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chateau Gray are Shadowy by PPG (a close digital match), Vintage Pewter by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Escarpment by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chateau 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 Chateau Gray?
Chateau Gray has a estimated lightness value of 34.3, 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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