Grey Blue 5008 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #26252D, estimated LRV 2 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tuxedo from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #26252D · 5008
Grey Blue
2%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Grey Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#26252D
RGB38, 37, 45
Estimated LRV1.9
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 Grey Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Tuxedo
Valspar
#22262B
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Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
#282728
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Sherwin-Williams
#353337
Visible digital difference
Silent Sea
Hirshfield's
#2A2B2C
Visible digital difference
Deep Cosmos
Dutch Boy
#38363D
Visible digital difference
Black Garnet
Behr
#38363D
Visible digital difference
Deep Onyx
Kilz
#242322
Visible digital difference
Black
Benjamin Moore
#323233
Visible digital difference
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
#313536
Visible digital difference
Onyx Black
PPG
#3C3B3C
Visible digital difference
Black
Dunn-Edwards
#3B3A3A
Visible digital difference
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
#3B3938
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Grey Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grey Blue
#26252D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#463550
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grey Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grey Blue 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.
Grey Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grey Blue have?
Grey Blue 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 Grey Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grey Blue are Tuxedo by Valspar (a very close match), Kitty Kitty by Vista Paint (a very close match), Silent Sea by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Grey Blue'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 Grey Blue?
Grey Blue has a estimated lightness value of 1.9, 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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