RAL 7000 Squirrel Grey Paint

RAL 7000 defines a color target, not the coating process. Use a standard RAL 7000 Squirrel Grey when the specification cites the RAL code without requiring match-to-part inspection. Choose a sample/OEM match when acceptance will be judged against an existing coated part.

Standard RAL 7000 is usually sufficient for:

• Cross-material coordination where sheen/texture already differ (e.g., conduit vs cabinet).
• Low-criticality repairs (small chips) where exact side-by-side uniformity is not required.
• Situations where close visual harmony is acceptable.

Request a sample or OEM/powder-code match for:

• High-visibility surfaces or large continuous areas.
• Strict pass/fail inspection or customer acceptance against an existing part.
• Known OEM powder coating codes (to target the same resin/gloss/texture family).

Risk controls:

• Specify desired gloss/texture in addition to RAL 7000 (e.g., gloss units at 60 degrees if known).
• Confirm color under the actual site lighting; lighting can shift perceived grey.
• If matching an existing part, provide a physical sample whenever possible.

Often yes. For cabinet vs conduit and similar mixed substrates, a standard RAL 7000 Squirrel Grey is typically acceptable because texture and sheen will differ by design and function. Acceptance should be based on overall visual harmony, not exact side-by-side uniformity.

Practical tips:

• Align approximate gloss levels where feasible, but expect some variation between powder and liquid coatings.
• Evaluate parts together under the installation lighting and viewing distance.
• If parts butt together on a single plane or will be closely inspected, escalate to a sample/OEM match instead of relying on generic RAL.

Proper prep prevents adhesion and appearance issues, especially when touching up powder-coated parts to RAL 7000.

• Clean: Remove oils/dirt with a suitable degreaser; rinse/wipe to residue-free and dry.
• De-rust: Take corrosion back to bright metal; feather edges of surrounding coating.
• Scuff: Dull glossy or powder-coated areas (e.g., 320-600 grit) to promote adhesion; remove sanding dust.
• Mask: Protect adjacent surfaces and hardware.
• Prime as needed: Spot-prime any exposed substrate per substrate guidance (see primer FAQ).
• Test: Apply a small test area to verify adhesion and appearance under the site lighting.
• Apply: Use light, even coats; respect flash and recoat times stated on the product label.

Note: Expect minor sheen/texture differences on small repairs; if an exact match to an aged part is required, provide a sample for matching.

Primer needs depend on the substrate and exposure. Use the following as a practical guide:

• Bare carbon steel: Remove rust/scale. Use an anti-corrosive primer (e.g., epoxy or zinc phosphate). Topcoat with RAL 7000 after proper cure.
• Galvanized steel: Clean and treat any white rust. Use a galvanized-compatible/wash primer, then an appropriate build primer if needed.
• Aluminum: Degrease, scuff, then use a self-etch or epoxy primer for adhesion.
• Stainless steel: Thoroughly scuff and solvent-clean; use an epoxy primer to promote adhesion.
• Previously powder-coated: Clean and scuff; often no primer is needed. If adhesion is uncertain, use an adhesion-promoting primer or epoxy tie-coat.
• Plastics: Clean, lightly abrade if compatible, and use a plastic adhesion promoter; test a small area for compatibility.

Always verify adhesion and color appearance under the actual lighting. When in doubt-especially for exterior or corrosive environments-favor a quality epoxy primer system before topcoating with RAL 7000 Squirrel Grey.

Yes, our spray paint, paint pens and touch up bottles are ideal for touching up parts of all kinds, including powder coatings. However, keep in mind that our version of RAL7000 Squirrel Grey is based on the color swatch contained in the official RAL color book. The color and sheen of your specific production parts may be different. If you need a touch up application, we can create a touch up solution precisely matching your specific parts.

Learn more about our color matching service.

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to RAL7000 Squirrel Grey enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray can will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

While we can provide RAL7000 Squirrel Grey in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.