Cathedral Glass 1148-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7A999C, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Laid-Back Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A999C · 1148-5
Cathedral Glass
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cathedral Glass Technical Profile
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Cathedral Glass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cathedral Glass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCathedral Glass
Nearly identical
ValsparLaid-Back Blue
Laid-Back Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hemlock
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Agave
Behr
Nearly identical
Tranquil Aqua
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ocean Melody
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Forest Falls
Vista Paint
Very similar
Estuary
Kilz
Very similar
Mapped Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Weathered Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cathedral Glass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cathedral Glass
#7A999C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8595AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cathedral Glass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cathedral Glass 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 Cathedral Glass.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cathedral Glass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cathedral Glass have?
Cathedral Glass by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Cathedral Glass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cathedral Glass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cathedral Glass are Laid-Back Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Hemlock by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue Agave by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cathedral Glass'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 Cathedral Glass?
Cathedral Glass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Cathedral Glass's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.