Grey 70
With a focus on versatile tones, Grey 70 (EX222) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#A3AAA9
LRV
39.40
Grey 70's Color Strip
Grey 70 is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Grey Steel and Grey 61. The strip spans from Black Oak at the lightest end to Hematite at the deepest. Strip Ex32 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Grey 70 in Real Rooms
Grey 70 has a medium-high LRV of 39.4 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Grey 70 in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Grey 70 in a bathroom context — crisp, grounded, dependable.
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2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Grey 70 really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Grey 70 in a children's bedroom: gentle, considered, liveable.
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Grey 70 fills this airy bedroom without demanding attention.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Grey 70 does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Grey 70 adds presence to this dining room without overpowering it.
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2 Misc Photos
These photos show Grey 70 in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
Grey 70 on an entryway staircase — grounded, welcoming, assured.
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Grey 70 in a sun room, where light tests every paint color honestly.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Grey 70 provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
Grey 70 keeps this kitchen feeling open and well-considered.
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Grey 70 creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Grey 70 brings quiet confidence to this living room interior.
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