Repose Gray 7015 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CCC9C0, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gratifying Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCC9C0 · 7015
Repose Gray
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Repose Gray
Repose Gray is the color people land on when Agreeable Gray feels a touch too warm. It's a true light gray (LRV 58) with only a whisper of greige, so it keeps a cooler, cleaner feel without tipping into the blue-gray that dominated 2015. The two are the most-compared neutrals in the country, and the rule of thumb holds: choose Repose for a calmer, slightly cooler room, Agreeable for a warmer, cozier one.
Watch the purple. In low or north light, Repose Gray's violet undertone can show, especially next to colors with a green base — so sample it on the actual wall before committing a whole floor. It pairs cleanly with both cool and warm whites, which is part of why it's such a safe whole-house pick. The closest cross-brand matches are Benjamin Moore Apparition and PPG Swirling Smoke, both near-identical on the wall.
Repose Gray Technical Profile
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Repose Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Repose 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-WilliamsRepose Gray
Nearly identical
BehrGratifying Gray
Gratifying Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Apparition
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Swirling Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Smoke Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cloud Cover
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wet Concrete
Valspar
Nearly identical
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Repose Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Repose Gray
#CCC9C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Repose Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Repose 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 Repose 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.
Repose Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Repose Gray have?
Repose 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 Repose Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Repose Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Repose Gray are Gratifying Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Apparition by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Swirling Smoke by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Repose 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 Repose Gray?
Repose Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Repose Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.