Platinum Grey 7036 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #7F7679, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Raspberry Taupe from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F7679 · 7036
Platinum Grey
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Platinum Grey Technical Profile
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Platinum Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Platinum Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALPlatinum Grey
Nearly identical
PPGDark Raspberry Taupe
Dark Raspberry Taupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Echo
Behr
Very similar
Mink Suede
Valspar
Very similar
Smoldered
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Soulmate
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vintage Charm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Plum Island
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Platinum Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Platinum Grey
#7F7679
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9867F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Platinum Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Platinum 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 Platinum 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.
Platinum Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Platinum Grey have?
Platinum Grey by RAL has a warm (pink) 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 Platinum Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Platinum Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Platinum Grey are Dark Raspberry Taupe by PPG (a near-identical match), Echo by Behr (a very close match), Heather Sachet by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Platinum 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 Platinum Grey?
Platinum Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Platinum Grey's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.