Ancient Cloud PPG0995-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D2D1CE, LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Halation from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2D1CE · PPG0995-2
Ancient Cloud
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ancient Cloud Technical Profile
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Ancient Cloud in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ancient Cloud in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAncient Cloud
Nearly identical
BehrHalation
Halation
Behr
Nearly identical
Cement Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Touch of Grey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silver Spoon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tempered Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brown Rice
Kilz
Nearly identical
Metro
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Santo
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Nearly identical
Moon Beam
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Worsted
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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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.
#FFFFFF
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
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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.
Ancient Cloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Cloud have?
Ancient Cloud 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 Ancient Cloud in your own space before committing.
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) — the best options for getting Ancient Cloud'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 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.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancient Cloud's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.