Gris 7659 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A5A9A8, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slate from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5A9A8 · 7659
Gris
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gris Technical Profile
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Gris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGris
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSlate
Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stepping Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Chain Reaction
Behr
Nearly identical
Titanic Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Castlerock
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Soft Steel
Kilz
Very similar
Techile
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hazy Stratus
Valspar
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gris
#A5A9A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gris 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Gris.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gris have?
Gris by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Gris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gris are Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ironed Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Stepping Stone by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gris'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 Gris?
Gris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.2, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gris's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.