Telegrey 2

Technical Profile

What color is Telegrey 2? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #82898F. Colors similar to Telegrey 2 include Vista Paint Stone Age, Sherwin-Williams Serious Gray, Kilz December Nights. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Telegrey 2 has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Telegrey 2 (#82898F) by RAL is a medium gray paint color with a understated, nearly neutral quality. It delivers a versatile mid-tone depth that anchors a room without overwhelming it. On the temperature spectrum this shade carries a cool cast, lending calm and collected elegance. Its RGB channels are closely balanced, contributing to its neutral, even-keeled visual character. A Light Reflectance Value of 53 gives it moderate light reflection, striking a balance between brightness and depth. A mid-tone neutral at this depth adds sophisticated warmth or coolness to living rooms, bedrooms, and transitional hallways, grounding the space without closing it in. A satin or eggshell finish brings out the richness at this depth, and the slight sheen makes walls easier to maintain. The cool cast of Telegrey 2 pairs well with crisp whites, silvery grays, and blue-toned accents for a sleek, modern palette. Its cool (blue) undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If RAL is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Vista Paint, Sherwin-Williams, Kilz and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Telegrey 2 delivers a composed, professional calm often favored in contemporary and Scandinavian-inspired interiors. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for virtually every design style from minimalist Japandi to rustic farmhouse to sleek contemporary. As part of the RAL palette, Telegrey 2 benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. As with any paint color, Telegrey 2 can shift noticeably between natural daylight, warm incandescent, and cool LED lighting — testing a sample swatch on your wall under different conditions is always recommended. Mid-tone shades like this look best when balanced with a mix of textures — think leather seating, brushed brass hardware, woven wool, and raw-edge wood. You can order Telegrey 2 (7046) directly from RAL or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.