Traffic Grey A 7042 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #8D948D, LRV 29 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Heron from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8D948D · 7042
Traffic Grey A
29%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Traffic Grey A Technical Profile
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Traffic Grey A in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Traffic Grey A in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALTraffic Grey A
Nearly identical
PPGGray Heron
Gray Heron
PPG
Nearly identical
Stonybrook
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Umber Stone
Kilz
Very similar
Beguile
Valspar
Very similar
Illusive Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Creek Bend
Behr
Very similar
Deco Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Singing in the Rain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dowager
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Smoky Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Card Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Traffic Grey A
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Traffic Grey A
#8D948D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Traffic Grey A
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Traffic Grey A 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 Traffic Grey A.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Traffic Grey A — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Traffic Grey A have?
Traffic Grey A by RAL has a cool (green) 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 Traffic Grey A in your own space before committing.
What colors match Traffic Grey A from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traffic Grey A are Gray Heron by PPG (a near-identical match), Stonybrook by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Traffic Grey A'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 Traffic Grey A?
Traffic Grey A has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.8, 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 Traffic Grey A's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.