Ref. #4E5754 · 7012
Basalt Grey
9%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Basalt Grey Technical Profile
What color is Basalt Grey? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #4E5754. Colors similar to Basalt Grey include Hirshfield's Deep Sea Shadow, Vista Paint Deep Sea Shadow, Valspar Deepest River. Basalt Grey has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Basalt Grey creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Basalt Grey pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Basalt Grey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Basalt Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Basalt Grey
#4E5754
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#567A82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Basalt Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Basalt Grey 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Basalt Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Basalt Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Basalt Grey have?
Basalt Grey by RAL has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Basalt Grey from other brands?
The closest matches are Deep Sea Shadow by Hirshfield's (#4E5856), Deep Sea Shadow by Vista Paint (#4C5652), Deepest River by Valspar (#4B5653). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Basalt Grey?
Basalt Grey has an LRV of 9.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Basalt Grey's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.