Apparition 860 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CDC9BF, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Swirling Smoke from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDC9BF · 860
Apparition
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Apparition in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apparition in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreApparition
Nearly identical
PPGSwirling Smoke
Swirling Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Repose Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Petrichor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tranquil Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Wet Concrete
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smoke Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apparition
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apparition
#CDC9BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apparition
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apparition 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Apparition.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apparition — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apparition have?
Apparition by Benjamin Moore 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 Apparition in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apparition from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apparition are Swirling Smoke by PPG (a near-identical match), Repose Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Petrichor by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Apparition'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 Apparition?
Apparition has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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