Ref. #7D8471 · 7033
Cement Grey
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cement Grey Technical Profile
What color is Cement Grey? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7D8471. Colors similar to Cement Grey include Behr Cactus Garden, Valspar Fields of Green, PPG Smokey Sage. Cement Grey has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Cement Grey 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, Cement Grey 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 Cement Grey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cement Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cement Grey
#7D8471
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84A97F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cement Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cement 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 Cement 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.
Cement Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cement Grey have?
Cement Grey by RAL has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cement Grey from other brands?
The closest matches are Cactus Garden by Behr (#7B8370), Fields of Green by Valspar (#7E8374), Smokey Sage by PPG (#808677). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cement Grey?
Cement Grey has an LRV of 22.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cement Grey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.