Network Gray 7073 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A0A5A7, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iron Wood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0A5A7 · 7073
Network Gray
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Network Gray
Network Gray is a mid-tone gray with a warm, slightly green-brown base at LRV 37 — deep enough to give a room contrast and definition, warm enough to avoid feeling cold. It's a popular exterior body color and a strong interior choice for accent walls and rooms with good light.
At this depth it reads darker in low light, so check it in your own space. It pairs with white trim and black accents for a grounded, modern look. Behr Silent Film and Benjamin Moore Delray Gray are its closest cross-brand matches.
Network Gray Technical Profile
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Network Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Network Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsNetwork Gray
Nearly identical
BehrIron Wood
Iron Wood
Behr
Nearly identical
Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cold Steel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Baby Seal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Philosophical Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Delray Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drizzling Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Techile
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Network Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Network Gray
#A0A5A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Network Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Network 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Network Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Network Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Network Gray have?
Network Gray 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 Network Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Network Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Network Gray are Iron Wood by Behr (a near-identical match), Silvered Chain by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cold Steel by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Network 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 Network Gray?
Network Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Network Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.