Formal Gray DE6382 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #97969A, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shark from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97969A · DE6382
Formal Gray
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Formal Gray Technical Profile
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Formal Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Formal 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-EdwardsFormal Gray
Nearly identical
KilzShark
Shark
Kilz
Nearly identical
Moonlit Orchid
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lionfish
Valspar
Very similar
Heather Field
Behr
Very similar
Jet Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sparrow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wall Street
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Playing Possum
PPG
Very similar
Purpled Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Formal Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Formal Gray
#97969A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Formal Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Formal 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 Formal 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.
Formal Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Formal Gray have?
Formal Gray by Dunn-Edwards 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 Formal Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Formal Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Formal Gray are Shark by Kilz (a near-identical match), Nomad'S Trail by Kilz (a near-identical match), Moonlit Orchid by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Formal 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 Formal Gray?
Formal Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.7, 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 Formal Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.