Allegheny River PPG0997-1 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D0CFCB, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gazebo Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0CFCB · PPG0997-1
Allegheny River
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Allegheny River Technical Profile
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Allegheny River in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Allegheny River in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAllegheny River
Nearly identical
BehrGazebo Gray
Gazebo Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Touch of Grey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silver Thistle Down
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brown Rice
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fading Fog
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cement Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moon Beam
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Santo
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silver Spoon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
Worsted
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Allegheny River
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Allegheny River
#D0CFCB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Allegheny River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Allegheny River 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
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Allegheny River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Allegheny River have?
Allegheny River by PPG 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 Allegheny River in your own space before committing.
What colors match Allegheny River from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Allegheny River are Gazebo Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Touch of Grey by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Big Chill by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Allegheny River'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 Allegheny River?
Allegheny River has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Allegheny River's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.