Grey

RAL 7048

Pearl Mouse Grey

RAL 7048 Pearl Mouse Grey is a pearlescent warm grey that adds a subtle metallic shimmer to the understated character of mouse grey. The metallic pigments create a refined, multi-dimensional surface that shifts between warm grey and soft bronze depending on the viewing angle and ambient light. Pearl Mouse Grey is specified for premium automotive components, luxury home appliances, and high-end architectural features where a distinctive, sophisticated metallic grey finish adds perceived value and visual interest.

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Technical Reference

Color Reference

Hex#888175
RGBrgb(136, 129, 117)
HSLhsl(38°, 8%, 50%)
CMYKcmyk(0%, 5%, 14%, 47%)
Color Analysis
RGB Composition
R
136
G
129
B
117
Temperature
WarmCool
Contrast Accessibility
White text
3.9:1Fail
Black text
5.4:1Pass

WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 contrast for normal text. Results show this color as a background.

Spectrum & Perceptual Position

Hue Spectrum
60°120°180°240°300°360°
CIELAB a*b* Chromaticity
-4004080-4004080a* (Green ← → Red)b* (Blue ← → Yellow)
L* (Lightness)54
a* (Green-Red)0
b* (Blue-Yellow)7
L* (LCh)54
C* (Chroma)7
h° (Hue)87°

CIELAB is a perceptually uniform color space. Euclidean distance between two colors in this diagram closely matches human visual difference. The dot size shows your selected color; slightly larger dots are the nearest perceptual neighbors.

Color Harmonies

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1 locked / 4 free

Reference + opposite hue with tonal variations

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Pairwise Contrast Ratios
1.1:1
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1.6:1
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2.9:1
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2.2:1

Contrast ratios follow WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Green (≥4.5:1) passes AA for normal text. Amber (≥3:1) passes for large text only. Grey indicates low contrast.

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Recommended Powders

Recommended for RAL 7048

Exact (0)

No verified exact-match powders on hand for this color. See close matches below or call to confirm.

Close (1)

Fairview TaupeClose Match
SKU: PCNT28128PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260525-35 glosssmooth

About These Recommendations

These are powder formulations that correspond to this RAL color based on manufacturer data sheets. Exact powders are coded to this specific RAL code. Close powders are visually similar alternatives we have used before. We do not sell powder directly — we use these formulations to coat your parts. Call us to discuss your project and we will confirm the best option for your timeline.

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