# RAL Classic Moss grey

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/moss-grey-ral-7003](https://plan-home.com/color/moss-grey-ral-7003)

RAL Classic Moss grey RAL 7003 is a muted mid-depth grey with a noticeable olive-khaki cast, reflected in its softened, low-saturation appearance. It reads warmer than a blue grey, though it remains restrained rather than earthy or golden. In bright daylight, Moss grey can show more of its green-leaning undertone; under warmer lamps, it appears slightly browner and more subdued. Use this color on cabinetry, exterior trim, or full walls in rooms with pale oak, linen, stone, and brushed black metal. Crisp off-whites and chalky cream tones give it contrast, while deeper charcoal accents keep the palette grounded.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Moss grey
- **Color code:** RAL 7003
- **HEX:** #797669
- **RGB:** 121, 118, 105
- **LRV:** 20.19%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Grey, Green
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** yellow

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 49° Saturation: 13.22% Value: 47.45%
- **HSL:** hsl(49, 7, 44)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.48 Yellow: 13.22 Key: 52.55
- **YIQ:** Y: 117.415 I: 5.965 Q: -3.411
- **XYZ:** X: 16.913 Y: 18.042 Z: 15.952
- **CIE Lab:** L:49.547 a:-1.299 b:7.577
- **CIE Luv:** L:49.547 u:2.49 v:10.174
- **Decimal:** 7960169
- **Hunter Lab:** 42.476, -3.258, 7.466

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Effect RAL 770-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-770-4)
- [RAL Classic Olive grey](https://plan-home.com/color/olive-grey-ral-7002)
- [RAL Classic Pearl mouse grey](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-mouse-grey-ral-7048)
- [RAL Classic Concrete grey](https://plan-home.com/color/concrete-grey-ral-7023)
- [RAL Effect RAL 840-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-840-4)
- [Tikkurila Mole](https://plan-home.com/color/mole-l487)
- [Tikkurila S447](https://plan-home.com/color/s447)
- [RAL Classic Cement grey](https://plan-home.com/color/cement-grey-ral-7033)
- [RAL Effect RAL 770-3](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-770-3)
- [Tikkurila V497](https://plan-home.com/color/v497)
- [RAL Effect RAL 770-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-770-6)
- [RAL Classic Reed green](https://plan-home.com/color/reed-green-ral-6013)
- [RAL Effect RAL 830-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-830-4)
- [RAL Effect RAL 860-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-860-5)
- [RAL Classic Mouse grey](https://plan-home.com/color/mouse-grey-ral-7005)
- [Tikkurila S448](https://plan-home.com/color/s448)
- [RAL Effect RAL 780-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-780-6)
- [RAL Classic Dusty grey](https://plan-home.com/color/dusty-grey-ral-7037)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Grey aluminium](https://plan-home.com/color/grey-aluminium-ral-9007)
- [RAL Classic Stone grey](https://plan-home.com/color/stone-grey-ral-7030)
- [RAL Classic Olive grey](https://plan-home.com/color/olive-grey-ral-7002)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Umbra grey](https://plan-home.com/color/umbra-grey-ral-7022)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Black blue](https://plan-home.com/color/black-blue-ral-5004)
- [RAL Classic Violet Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/violet-blue-ral-5000)
- [RAL Classic Brillant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/brillant-blue-ral-5007)
- [RAL Classic Night blue](https://plan-home.com/color/night-blue-ral-5022)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.