Ref. #848585 · 1001-5
Dover Gray
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dover Gray Technical Profile
What color is Dover Gray? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #848585. Colors similar to Dover Gray include Vista Paint Grey Matters, Dutch Boy Natural Gray, Vista Paint Cast in Stone. Dover Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Dover Gray creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Dover Gray is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Dover Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dover Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dover Gray
#848585
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dover Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dover 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dover 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.
Dover Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dover Gray have?
Dover Gray by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dover Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Grey Matters by Vista Paint (#838584), Natural Gray by Dutch Boy (#878787), Cast in Stone by Vista Paint (#858483). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dover Gray?
Dover Gray has an LRV of 23.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Dover Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.