Window Grey 7040 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #9DA1AA, LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baby Seal from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9DA1AA · 7040
Window Grey
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Window Grey Technical Profile
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Window Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Window Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALWindow Grey
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBaby Seal
Baby Seal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Winterfell
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baby Seal
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Aviator Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Masterpiece
Behr
Nearly identical
Amethyst Haze
PPG
Very similar
Wisteria
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lionfish
Valspar
Very similar
Purpled Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Modern Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Window Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Window Grey
#9DA1AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Window Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Window 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 Window 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.
Window Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Window Grey have?
Window Grey by RAL has a cool (blue) 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 Window Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Window Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Window Grey are Baby Seal by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Winterfell by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Baby Seal by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Window Grey'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 Window Grey?
Window Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Window Grey's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.