Uncertain Gray 6234 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A9B0B1, LRV 43 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Subway Tilereg from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9B0B1 · 6234
Uncertain Gray
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Uncertain Gray Technical Profile
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Uncertain Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Uncertain 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-WilliamsUncertain Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSubway Tilereg
Subway Tilereg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mirror Mirror
PPG
Nearly identical
Payphone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Marinescape
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flint Smoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cystern
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Uncertain Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Uncertain Gray
#A9B0B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Uncertain Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Uncertain 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
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Uncertain Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Uncertain Gray have?
Uncertain Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) 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 Uncertain Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Uncertain Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Uncertain Gray are Subway Tilereg by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mirror Mirror by PPG (a near-identical match), Gull Wing Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Uncertain 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 Uncertain Gray?
Uncertain Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.7, 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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Why Uncertain Gray's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.