Autumn Gray 1028-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #817F6E, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Olive from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #817F6E · 1028-5
Autumn Gray
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Autumn Gray Technical Profile
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Autumn Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Autumn Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAutumn Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparSmoky Olive
Smoky Olive
Valspar
Nearly identical
Smoky Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lizard Green
Behr
Very similar
Gunsmith Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Link Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Pettingill Sage
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pitch Pine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cement Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Gray
#817F6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96A77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Gray 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 Autumn Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Autumn Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Gray have?
Autumn Gray by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Autumn Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Autumn Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Gray are Smoky Olive by Valspar (a near-identical match), Smoky Forest by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lizard Green by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Autumn Gray'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 Autumn Gray?
Autumn Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autumn Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.