Ref. #7C787B · MP13901
Grays Lake
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Grays Lake Technical Profile
What color is Grays Lake? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7C787B. Colors similar to Grays Lake include Valspar Night on the Moors, Sherwin-Williams Special Gray, Hirshfield's Ocean Frigate. Grays Lake has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Grays Lake creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Grays Lake pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Grays Lake
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grays Lake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grays Lake
#7C787B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A97E89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grays Lake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grays Lake 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Grays Lake.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grays Lake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grays Lake have?
Grays Lake by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Grays Lake from other brands?
The closest matches are Night on the Moors by Valspar (#7F7A7D), Special Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#7B787D), Ocean Frigate by Hirshfield's (#7A7778). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grays Lake?
Grays Lake has an LRV of 19.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grays Lake's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.