Brown Grey 7013 is a neutral paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #464531, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shadow Ridge from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #464531 · 7013
Brown Grey
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brown Grey Technical Profile
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Brown Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brown Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALBrown Grey
Nearly identical
BehrShadow Ridge
Shadow Ridge
Behr
Nearly identical
Ruggero Grey
Hirshfield's
Very similar
River Rock
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Clover Patch
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ripe Olive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brackish Water
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Timber Green
Valspar
Visible difference
Incense Stick
Kilz
Visible difference
Charcoal Smoke
PPG
Visible difference
Renwick Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brown Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brown Grey
#464531
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#576644
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brown Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brown 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 Brown Grey.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brown Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brown Grey have?
Brown Grey by RAL has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brown Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brown Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brown Grey are Shadow Ridge by Behr (a near-identical match), Chocolate Cupcake by Behr (a near-identical match), Volcanic Island by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Brown 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 Brown Grey?
Brown Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.8, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brown Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.