Gray Soapstone DEGR53 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #999897, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dolphin Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #999897 · DEGR53
Gray Soapstone
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gray Soapstone Technical Profile
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Gray Soapstone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Soapstone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsGray Soapstone
Nearly identical
BehrDolphin Gray
Dolphin Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lavender Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stone Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Sleepy Kitten
Valspar
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Shingle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wall Street
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Soapstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Soapstone
#999897
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Soapstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Soapstone 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 Gray Soapstone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gray Soapstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Soapstone have?
Gray Soapstone 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 Gray Soapstone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Soapstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Soapstone are Dolphin Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Jet Gray by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lavender Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gray Soapstone'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 Gray Soapstone?
Gray Soapstone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.5, 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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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 Gray Soapstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.