Agreeable Gray SW 7029

Agreeable Gray LRV and undertone

Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) has an LRV of 60, placing it in the light color depth range. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a paint color reflects, on a scale from 0 for absolute black to 100 for pure white. At 60, Agreeable Gray can reflect a substantial amount of light while retaining enough depth to show as a distinct wall color. Its color family is greige, a blend of gray and beige, and its calculated undertone is warm yellow. This undertone can make the color appear warmer under certain lighting conditions.

In north-facing rooms, cooler daylight can make warm undertones more noticeable by contrast. South-facing rooms generally receive warmer, stronger daylight, which can shift the perceived balance. Compare a sample against white trim to assess the difference in brightness and warmth. The finish also affects how light reflects from the painted surface, so test the intended sheen before making a final decision.

Agreeable Gray in other brands

Several paints from other manufacturers have close measured matches. Valspar Heritage Gray (7007-24) has an LRV of 60.0 and ΔE 0.0, indicating a near-identical color measurement. PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3) has an LRV of 60.0 and ΔE 0.6, while Behr Tranquil Gray (DC-007) has an LRV of 60.0 and ΔE 0.8. Both are near-identical by the same comparison standard. Benjamin Moore Collingwood (OC-28), with an LRV of 61.52 and ΔE 0.8, is also near-identical by ΔE.

Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter (HC-172) has an LRV of 55.05 and ΔE 2.5, making it a close match with a visible difference side by side. These values describe measured color differences, not guaranteed results under every bulb or daylight condition. Always compare physical samples in the room where the paint will be used.

Lighter and darker Sherwin-Williams alternatives

For a slightly darker option, Sherwin-Williams Worldly Gray (SW 7043) has an LRV of 57, three points below Agreeable Gray. Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015) has an LRV of 58, as does Sherwin-Williams Accessible Beige (SW 7036). These alternatives can suit spaces where a little less reflected light is desirable. Sherwin-Williams Useful Gray (SW 7050), with an LRV of 59, offers a smaller reduction in brightness.

None of these listed alternatives is lighter by LRV. For rooms that need a brighter wall surface, compare a higher-LRV color outside this same-brand selection. Differences in undertone and surrounding finishes can also affect how the colors read, even when their LRVs are close. Use large sample boards to judge the alternatives beside flooring, cabinetry, and trim before choosing.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Sherwin-Williams’s page for Agreeable Gray.