RAL Classic Window grey RAL 7040
| Code: | RAL 7040 |
| Name: | Window grey |
| Brand: | RAL Classic |
What color is RAL Classic Window grey?
Let’s dive into a full Window grey paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful RAL 7040. 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 7040 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Window 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.
RAL Classic Window grey reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are RAL Classic Window grey undertones?
The undertone of Window grey can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#989EA1
RGB code:
152, 158, 161
Is RAL Classic Window grey RAL 7040 cool or warm?
With a hue of 200° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
RAL 7040 Window grey HSL code: 200, 5%, 61%
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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Window 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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with RAL Classic Window grey:
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.
Darker shades
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 Window grey with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 20, such as RAL Classic Beige grey and Pearl beige.
LRV of Window grey
Window grey has an LRV of 35.91% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 35.91%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #989EA1 | |
| RGB Decimal | 152, 158, 161 | |
| RGB Percent | 59.61%, 61.96%, 63.14% | |
| HSV | Hue: 200° Saturation: 5.59% Value: 63.14% | |
| HSL | hsl(200, 5, 61) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 5.59 Magenta: 1.86 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 36.86 | |
| YIQ | Y: 156.548 I: -4.539 Q: -0.336 | |
| XYZ | X: 31.607 Y: 33.702 Z: 38.549 | |
| CIE Lab | L:64.725 a:-1.549 b:-2.304 | |
| CIE Luv | L:64.725 u:-3.504 v:-3.098 | |
| Decimal | 10002081 | |
| Hunter Lab | 58.053, -4.41, 1.268 |
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