Distant Ocean Grey 30BB 53/040 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BFC2CB, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Foghorn from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFC2CB · 30BB 53/040
Distant Ocean Grey
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Distant Ocean Grey Technical Profile
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Distant Ocean Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Distant Ocean Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDistant Ocean Grey
Nearly identical
ValsparFoghorn
Foghorn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Daydream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Misted Mountain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Paparazzi Flash
Behr
Nearly identical
Angel's Wings
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Savoy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kecia
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silver Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Distant Ocean Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distant Ocean Grey
#BFC2CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distant Ocean Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distant Ocean Grey 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 Distant Ocean Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Distant Ocean Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distant Ocean Grey have?
Distant Ocean Grey 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 Distant Ocean Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Distant Ocean Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distant Ocean Grey are Foghorn by Valspar (a near-identical match), Daydream by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Misted Mountain by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Distant Ocean Grey'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 Distant Ocean Grey?
Distant Ocean Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.0, 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.
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