Concrete Grey 7023 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #686C5E, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rosemary from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #686C5E · 7023
Concrete Grey
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Concrete Grey Technical Profile
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Concrete Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Concrete Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALConcrete Grey
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRosemary
Rosemary
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antiquated Olive
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Green Gate
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rainy Afternoon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
River God
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cosmopolitan Olive
Valspar
Very similar
Eye of the Storm
Vista Paint
Very similar
Double Duty
PPG
Very similar
Kindling
Behr
Very similar
Royal Ivy
Kilz
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Concrete Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Concrete Grey
#686C5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#709865
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Concrete Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Concrete 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 Concrete 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.
Concrete Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Concrete Grey have?
Concrete Grey by RAL has a warm (golden) 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 Concrete Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Concrete Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Concrete Grey are Rosemary by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Antiquated Olive by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Green Gate by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Concrete 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 Concrete Grey?
Concrete Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.5, 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 Concrete Grey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.