Iron Grey 7011 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #434B4D, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Big Dipper from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #434B4D · 7011
Iron Grey
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Iron Grey Technical Profile
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Iron Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Iron Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALIron Grey
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBig Dipper
Big Dipper
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stonecutter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Catskill Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Forest
PPG
Nearly identical
Forest Canopy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Carbon Fiber
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Puerto Desedo
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Dark River
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Typewriter
Kilz
Very similar
Shaded Forest
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Iron Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iron Grey
#434B4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5A75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iron Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iron 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 Iron 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.
Iron Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iron Grey have?
Iron Grey by RAL has a cool (blue) 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 Iron Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Iron Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Iron Grey are Big Dipper by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stonecutter by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Catskill Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Iron 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 Iron Grey?
Iron Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.8, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Iron Grey's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.