African Gray 9162 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #939899, estimated LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tucker Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #939899 · 9162
African Gray
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
African Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#939899
RGB147, 152, 153
Estimated LRV31.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#919799
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#969A9B
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Metaverse
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#979C9D
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#959B9E
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#90979B
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Colors That Work With African Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
African Gray
#939899
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8592AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for African Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
African Gray 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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African Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does African Gray have?
African Gray by Sherwin-Williams 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 African Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to African Gray are Tucker Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Tavern Taupe by Behr (a close digital match), Metaverse by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting African Gray'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 African Gray?
African Gray has a estimated lightness value of 31.0, 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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