Ancestral 1047-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D0C1C3, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Pink from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0C1C3 · 1047-4
Ancestral
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ancestral Technical Profile
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Ancestral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ancestral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAncestral
Nearly identical
BehrSmokey Pink
Smokey Pink
Behr
Nearly identical
Odyssey Lilac
Vista Paint
Very similar
Puka Shell
Valspar
Very similar
Vaguely Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Odyssey Lilac
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Porcelain
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Elusive Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coco Plum
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dove Feather
Kilz
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancestral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancestral
#D0C1C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9485
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancestral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancestral 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 Ancestral.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancestral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancestral have?
Ancestral 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 Ancestral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ancestral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancestral are Smokey Pink by Behr (a near-identical match), Odyssey Lilac by Vista Paint (a very close match), Pretty Princess by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ancestral'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 Ancestral?
Ancestral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancestral's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.