Middle Gray DEGR58 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9B9B9A, LRV 33 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. #9B9B9A · DEGR58
Middle Gray
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Middle Gray Technical Profile
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Middle Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Middle 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-EdwardsMiddle Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSmoky Tone
Smoky Tone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dolphin Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Sleepy Kitten
Valspar
Nearly identical
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Burnished Blade
PPG
Nearly identical
Lavender Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bedrock
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sterling Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Middle Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Middle Gray
#9B9B9A
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 Middle Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Middle 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 Middle 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.
Middle Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Middle Gray have?
Middle 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 Middle Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Middle Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Middle Gray are Smoky Tone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dolphin Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Pearl Light Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Middle 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 Middle Gray?
Middle Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.7, 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 Middle Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.