Blue Grey 7031 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #474B4E, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raccoon Fur from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #474B4E · 7031
Blue Grey
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Grey Technical Profile
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Blue Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALBlue Grey
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRaccoon Fur
Raccoon Fur
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Witchcraft
PPG
Nearly identical
Salem Black
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Winter Coat
Behr
Nearly identical
Sooty Lashes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Typewriter
Kilz
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Grey
#474B4E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#505378
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue 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 Blue 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.
Blue Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Grey have?
Blue Grey by RAL has a cool (blue) 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 Blue Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Grey are Raccoon Fur by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Witchcraft by PPG (a near-identical match), Salem Black by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Grey'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 Blue Grey?
Blue Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Blue Grey's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.