Dusty Grey 7037 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #7D7F7D, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cityscape from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #7D7F7D · 7037
Dusty Grey
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D7F7D
RGB125, 127, 125
Estimated LRV21.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandRAL
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Compare alternatives to Dusty Grey
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cityscape
Sherwin-Williams
#7F817E
Close digital match
Subtle Shadow
Vista Paint
#7E8080
Close digital match
Coastal Storm
Behr
#7C807D
Close digital match
Industrial Revolution
PPG
#7B7C7B
Close digital match
Lampblack
Benjamin Moore
#7F8282
Close digital match
Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
#7F8282
Close digital match
Chipped Granite
Kilz
#7C8081
Close digital match
Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
#808283
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Valspar
#82837C
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#7D8285
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#848A86
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Colors That Work With Dusty Grey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Grey
#7D7F7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83AC98
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Grey have?
Dusty Grey by RAL has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dusty Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Grey are Cityscape by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Subtle Shadow by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Coastal Storm by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dusty 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 Dusty Grey?
Dusty Grey has a estimated lightness value of 21.0, 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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