Gauntlet Gray 7019 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #78736E, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Unpredictable Hue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #78736E · 7019
Gauntlet Gray
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
More about Gauntlet Gray
Gauntlet Gray is the deep, confident gray people reach for when a light gray feels like nothing. At LRV 17 it's a true mid-dark — a warm-leaning charcoal-gray with enough depth for exteriors, cabinetry, and dramatic accent walls, but not so dark it reads black.
It's a popular exterior body color precisely because it holds its character in full sun without washing out. Indoors it needs decent light to avoid going heavy. It pairs with crisp white trim and black hardware for a modern look. Behr Unpredictable Hue is a near-identical cross-brand match.
Gauntlet Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#78736E
RGB120, 115, 110
Estimated LRV17.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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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#77736D
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Colors That Work With Gauntlet Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gauntlet Gray
#78736E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3A376
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gauntlet Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gauntlet 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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Gauntlet Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gauntlet Gray have?
Gauntlet Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Gauntlet Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gauntlet Gray are Unpredictable Hue by Behr (a close digital match), Grey Hearth by PPG (a close digital match), Great Gray Owl by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gauntlet 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 Gauntlet Gray?
Gauntlet Gray has a estimated lightness value of 17.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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