After The Storm 1036-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #919FA1, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cloudy Sky from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #919FA1 · 1036-4
After The Storm
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
After The Storm Technical Profile
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After The Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to After The Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAfter The Storm
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCloudy Sky
Cloudy Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rustic Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cape Cod Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Teal Wave
Behr
Nearly identical
Debonair
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Raw Steel
Vista Paint
Very similar
Standish Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
Serving Platter
Kilz
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With After The Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
After The Storm
#919FA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for After The Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
After The Storm 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to After The Storm.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
After The Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does After The Storm have?
After The Storm by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 After The Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match After The Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to After The Storm are Cloudy Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue Twilight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rustic Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting After The Storm'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 After The Storm?
After The Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why After The Storm's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.