Ancient Cloud is a true neutral — the rare paint color that doesn't push warm or cool, which makes it forgiving across mixed-lighting rooms and existing palettes. At LRV 64 it sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas, soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Skip it only if you specifically want a clear warm or cool bias — a true neutral stays intentionally undecided, which is the whole point.
Ref. #D2D1CE · PPG0995-2
Ancient Cloud
64%LRV Value
Ancient Cloud Technical Profile
What color is PPG Ancient Cloud (PPG0995-2)? It's a light neutral gray — hex #D2D1CE, LRV 64. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Ancient Cloud is Behr Halation — a near-identical match on the wall, with Behr Pewter Vase and Behr Gazebo Gray also close. At LRV 64, Ancient Cloud sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Ancient Cloud is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. As a lighter neutral, Ancient Cloud works as a whole-room or trim color and keeps adjoining colors reading clean — pair it with crisper whites a step brighter than itself so the trim still separates. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically. Lighter neutrals reveal their undertone most, so Ancient Cloud can swing warmer under 2700K bulbs and cleaner under 4000K daylight — sample it against your trim before committing.
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Colors Similar to Ancient Cloud
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Cloud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Cloud
#D2D1CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Ancient Cloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Cloud 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 Ancient Cloud.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancient Cloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Ancient Cloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Cloud are Halation by Behr (a near-identical match), Pewter Vase by Behr (a near-identical match), Gazebo Gray by Behr (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Ancient Cloud's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ancient Cloud?
Ancient Cloud has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.8, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Ancient Cloud depends on the room. Here's how to choose.