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Cool Gray
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cool Gray Technical Profile
What color is Cool Gray? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C3D0D8. Colors similar to Cool Gray include Hirshfield's Serene Setting, Vista Paint Serene Setting, Dunn-Edwards Polished Silver. Cool Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Cool Gray sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Cool Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Gray
#C3D0D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Gray 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 Cool Gray.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Gray have?
Cool Gray by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Cool Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Serene Setting by Hirshfield's (#C5D2D9), Serene Setting by Vista Paint (#C5D2D9), Polished Silver by Dunn-Edwards (#C5D1DA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Gray?
Cool Gray has an LRV of 61.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.