Balanced 1003-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D7D2D1, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is White Pepper from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7D2D1 · 1003-2
Balanced
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Balanced Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Balanced in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Balanced in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBalanced
Nearly identical
ValsparWhite Pepper
White Pepper
Valspar
Nearly identical
Misted Mauve
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Worsted
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Violet Pearl
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soft Lilac
Behr
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
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Balanced in your own space before committing.
What colors match Balanced from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Balanced are White Pepper by Valspar (a near-identical match), Misted Mauve by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Worsted by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Balanced'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 Balanced?
Balanced has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.1, 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.
Explore More with Balanced
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.