Clam Shell 1023-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #827566, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Foothills from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #827566 · 1023-6
Clam Shell
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Clam Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#827566
RGB130, 117, 102
Estimated LRV18.4
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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Compare alternatives to Clam Shell
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Foothills
Sherwin-Williams
#827466
Close digital match
Monks Robe
Dutch Boy
#827466
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Grange Hall
Dunn-Edwards
#857767
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Camel's Hump
Hirshfield's
#817667
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Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
#827462
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Camel’s Hump
Vista Paint
#807565
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Rustic Taupe
Benjamin Moore
#857663
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Aged Olive
Behr
#7E7568
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#80756B
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Colors That Work With Clam Shell
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clam Shell
#827566
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3A477
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clam Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clam Shell 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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Clam Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clam Shell have?
Clam Shell 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 Clam Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clam Shell are Foothills by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Monks Robe by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Grange Hall by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Clam Shell'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 Clam Shell?
Clam Shell has a estimated lightness value of 18.4, 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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