Uncertain Gray 6234 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A9B0B1, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #A9B0B1 · 6234
Uncertain Gray
43%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Uncertain Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#A9B0B1
RGB169, 176, 177
Estimated LRV42.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Uncertain Gray
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Uncertain Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Uncertain Gray are Subway Tilereg by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Mirror Mirror by PPG (a close digital match), Gull Wing Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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