Volcanic Gray PPH-44 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #797371, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Mountain from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #797371 · PPH-44
Volcanic Gray
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Volcanic Gray Technical Profile
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Volcanic Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Volcanic Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrVolcanic Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGray Mountain
Gray Mountain
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gauntlet Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nature Walk
Valspar
Very similar
Bank Vault
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Seal Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grey Hearth
PPG
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Volcanic Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Volcanic Gray
#797371
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A59A78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Volcanic Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Volcanic Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Volcanic Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Volcanic Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Volcanic Gray have?
Volcanic Gray by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Volcanic Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Volcanic Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Volcanic Gray are Gray Mountain by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Gauntlet Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Emu by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Volcanic Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Volcanic Gray?
Volcanic Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Volcanic Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.