Signal Grey 7004 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #969992, LRV 31 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greycliffe from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969992 · 7004
Signal Grey
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Signal Grey Technical Profile
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Signal Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Signal Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALSignal Grey
Nearly identical
PPGGreycliffe
Greycliffe
PPG
Nearly identical
Earl Grey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gray Exposé
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kick the Can
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rainstorm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Smoky Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pussy Willow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hunters Hollow
Behr
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lost Space
Kilz
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Signal Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Signal Grey
#969992
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Signal Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Signal 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 Signal 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.
Signal Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Signal Grey have?
Signal 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 Signal Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Signal Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Signal Grey are Greycliffe by PPG (a near-identical match), Earl Grey by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gray Exposé by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Signal 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 Signal Grey?
Signal Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Signal Grey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.