Requisite Gray 7023 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B9B2A9, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sultry Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #B9B2A9 · 7023
Requisite Gray
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Requisite Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9B2A9
RGB185, 178, 169
Estimated LRV45.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Dove'S Cry
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Colors That Work With Requisite Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Requisite Gray
#B9B2A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Requisite Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Requisite Gray Room Palettes
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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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Requisite Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Requisite Gray have?
Requisite 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 Requisite Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Requisite Gray are Sultry Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Silver Fox by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Dove'S Cry by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Requisite 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 Requisite Gray?
Requisite Gray has a estimated lightness value of 45.0, 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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