Traffic Grey A 7042 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #8D948D, estimated 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.
RAL · #8D948D · 7042
Traffic Grey A
29%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Traffic Grey A Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D948D
RGB141, 148, 141
Estimated LRV28.8
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Colors That Work With Traffic Grey A
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Traffic Grey A from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traffic Grey A are Gray Heron by PPG (a close digital match), Stonybrook by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sea by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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