Unusual Gray 7059 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A3A7A0, LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Clouds from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3A7A0 · 7059
Unusual Gray
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Unusual Gray Technical Profile
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Unusual Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Unusual 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-WilliamsUnusual Gray
Nearly identical
BehrSilver Clouds
Silver Clouds
Behr
Nearly identical
Sabre Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Woodlawn
PPG
Nearly identical
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gracious Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Cold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pussy Willow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Unusual Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Unusual Gray
#A3A7A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD88
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Unusual Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Unusual 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 Unusual 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.
Unusual Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Unusual Gray have?
Unusual Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Unusual Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Unusual Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Unusual Gray are Silver Clouds by Behr (a near-identical match), Sabre Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Woodlawn by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Unusual 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 Unusual Gray?
Unusual Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.0, 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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Related Reading
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 Unusual Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.