Requisite Gray 7023 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B9B2A9, 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.
Ref. #B9B2A9 · 7023
Requisite Gray
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Requisite Gray Technical Profile
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Requisite Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Requisite 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-WilliamsRequisite Gray
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySultry Gray
Sultry Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silver Fox
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dove'S Cry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Park Avenue
Behr
Nearly identical
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mercurial
PPG
Nearly identical
Luxe Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smoky Wings
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Requisite Gray
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
Pure 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
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 Requisite 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Requisite Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Requisite Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Requisite Gray are Sultry Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Silver Fox by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dove'S Cry by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Requisite Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.