Chateau Gray DEGR51 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A19E98, 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.
Ref. #A19E98 · DEGR51
Chateau Gray
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chateau Gray Technical Profile
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Chateau Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chateau Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsChateau Gray
Nearly identical
PPGShadowy
Shadowy
PPG
Nearly identical
Vintage Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bedrock
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fashion Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Aspen Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cloudy Today
Vista Paint
Very similar
Shark Fin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Historic Monument
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chateau Gray
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Chateau 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chateau Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chateau Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chateau Gray are Shadowy by PPG (a near-identical match), Vintage Pewter by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Escarpment by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chateau Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.