Functional Gray 7024 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #ABA39A, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quarry Lane from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #ABA39A · 7024
Functional Gray
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
More about Functional Gray
Functional Gray is a mid-tone greige at LRV 37 with a soft violet-taupe base — a deeper, moodier neutral than the light greiges, with real warmth and presence. It's the choice when you want a greige that grounds a room and reads as an intentional color rather than a pale backdrop.
That violet-taupe base can surface in cool light, so sample against your trim. At this depth it darkens in low light. It pairs with white trim and warm wood. Behr Abbey Stone is its closest cross-brand match.
Functional Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABA39A
RGB171, 163, 154
Estimated LRV37.2
UndertoneNeutral
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#ABA39A
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#A9A29B
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#AEA69B
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Quail Ridge
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#ACA397
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#A8A298
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#A8A196
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#A99F96
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Mocha Mousse
Kilz
#A99F94
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Quicksand
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#AFA598
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#B4A693
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Colors That Work With Functional Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Functional Gray
#ABA39A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Functional Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Functional 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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Functional Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Functional Gray have?
Functional 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 Functional Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Functional Gray are Quarry Lane by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Dust Yourself Off by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Comfort Zone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Functional 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 Functional Gray?
Functional Gray has a estimated lightness value of 37.2, 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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