Ref. #4C514A · 7010
Tarpaulin Grey
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tarpaulin Grey Technical Profile
What color is Tarpaulin Grey? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4C514A. Colors similar to Tarpaulin Grey include Dunn-Edwards Iron River, Sherwin-Williams Shade‐Grown, MPC Cannon Green Met.. Tarpaulin Grey has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Tarpaulin Grey creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Tarpaulin Grey pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Tarpaulin Grey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tarpaulin Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tarpaulin Grey
#4C514A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#527C5B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tarpaulin Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tarpaulin 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 Tarpaulin 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.
Tarpaulin Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tarpaulin Grey have?
Tarpaulin Grey by RAL has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Tarpaulin Grey from other brands?
The closest matches are Iron River by Dunn-Edwards (#4D504B), Shade‐Grown by Sherwin-Williams (#4E5147), Cannon Green Met. by MPC (#4B4D46). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tarpaulin Grey?
Tarpaulin Grey has an LRV of 7.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Tarpaulin Grey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.