Bear Cub PPG1000-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8E8475, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barnboard from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #8E8475 · PPG1000-5
Bear Cub
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bear Cub Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E8475
RGB142, 132, 117
Estimated LRV23.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Bear Cub
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bear Cub
#8E8475
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bear Cub
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bear Cub 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
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Bear Cub — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bear Cub have?
Bear Cub by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bear Cub from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bear Cub are Barnboard by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Iron Gate by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Zinc Luster by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bear Cub'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 Bear Cub?
Bear Cub has a estimated lightness value of 23.5, 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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