Distant Ocean Grey 30BB 53/040 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BFC2CB, estimated LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Foghorn from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BFC2CB · 30BB 53/040
Distant Ocean Grey
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Distant Ocean Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#BFC2CB
RGB191, 194, 203
Estimated LRV54.0
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 Distant Ocean Grey
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Distant Ocean Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distant Ocean Grey are Foghorn by Valspar (a close digital match), Daydream by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Misted Mountain by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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