Telegrey 1 7045 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #909090, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Shingle from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #909090 · 7045
Telegrey 1
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Telegrey 1 Technical Profile
HEX Code#909090
RGB144, 144, 144
Estimated LRV27.9
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 Telegrey 1
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Gray Shingle
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#949392
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Anonymous
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#949494
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#939493
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Colors That Work With Telegrey 1
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Telegrey 1
#909090
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Telegrey 1
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Telegrey 1 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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Telegrey 1 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Telegrey 1 have?
Telegrey 1 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 Telegrey 1 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Telegrey 1 are Gray Shingle by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cloudy Slate by PPG (a close digital match), Anonymous by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Telegrey 1'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 Telegrey 1?
Telegrey 1 has a estimated lightness value of 27.9, 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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