Westchester Gray 2849 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #797978, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is City Skyline from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #797978 · 2849
Westchester Gray
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Westchester Gray Technical Profile
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Westchester Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Westchester 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-WilliamsWestchester Gray
Nearly identical
PPGCity Skyline
City Skyline
PPG
Nearly identical
Legendary Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rugged Suede
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Steel Wool
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cliffside Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Complex Gray
Behr
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Westchester Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Westchester Gray
#797978
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92A87C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Westchester Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Westchester 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 Westchester 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.
Westchester Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Westchester Gray have?
Westchester 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 Westchester Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Westchester Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Westchester Gray are City Skyline by PPG (a near-identical match), Industrial Revolution by PPG (a near-identical match), Legendary Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Westchester 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 Westchester Gray?
Westchester Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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