Ref. #D7D2D1 · 1003-2
Balanced
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Balanced Technical Profile
What color is Balanced? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D7D2D1. Colors similar to Balanced include Valspar White Pepper, Farrow & Ball Worsted, Benjamin Moore Violet Pearl. Balanced has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Balanced sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Balanced pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Balanced
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
White Pepper
Valspar
Nearly identical
Worsted
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Violet Pearl
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Individual White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sweet Musette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Santo
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Clouded Vision
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Barely Mocha
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Balanced
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Balanced
#D7D2D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Balanced
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Balanced 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 Balanced.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Balanced — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Balanced have?
Balanced by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Balanced from other brands?
The closest matches are White Pepper by Valspar (#D6D3D3), Worsted by Farrow & Ball (#D3CFCD), Violet Pearl by Benjamin Moore (#D4D0D1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Balanced?
Balanced has an LRV of 65.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Balanced's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.