RAL Classic Pearl dark grey RAL 9023

Code:RAL 9023
Name:Pearl dark grey
Brand:RAL Classic

What color is RAL Classic Pearl dark grey?

Let’s dive into a full Pearl dark grey paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful RAL 9023. Find out if this gorgeous cold grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.

RAL Classic RAL 9023 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Pearl dark grey for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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What are RAL Classic Pearl dark grey undertones?

The undertone of Pearl dark grey can be accurately described as a Green hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#787B7A

RGB code:

120, 123, 122

Is RAL Classic Pearl dark grey RAL 9023 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 160° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

RAL 9023 Pearl dark grey HSL code: 160, 1%, 48%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Pearl dark grey

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with RAL Classic Pearl dark grey:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

RAL 9023
Pearl dark grey

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Pearl dark grey with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 340, such as RAL Classic Pastel violet and Black red.

LRV of Pearl dark grey

Pearl dark grey has an LRV of 19.63% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 19.63%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#787B7ACopy color code
RGB Decimal120, 123, 122Copy color code
RGB Percent47.06%, 48.24%, 47.84%Copy color code
HSVHue: 160° Saturation: 2.44% Value: 48.24%Copy color code
HSLhsl(160, 1, 48)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 2.44 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.81 Key: 51.76Copy color code
YIQY: 121.989 I: -1.466 Q: -0.946Copy color code
XYZX: 18.341 Y: 19.564 Z: 21.217Copy color code
CIE LabL:51.341 a:-1.33 b:0.154Copy color code
CIE LuvL:51.341 u:-1.63 v:0.424Copy color code
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Hunter Lab44.231, -3.389, 2.521Copy color code
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