Dover Gray 1001-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #848585, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grey Matters from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #848585 · 1001-5
Dover Gray
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dover Gray Technical Profile
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Dover Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dover Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDover Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGrey Matters
Grey Matters
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Natural Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cinder
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grey Suit
Valspar
Nearly identical
Falcon Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Software
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chipped Granite
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dover Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dover Gray
#848585
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dover Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dover 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 Dover Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dover Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dover Gray have?
Dover Gray 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 Dover Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dover Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dover Gray are Grey Matters by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Natural Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cast in Stone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dover Gray'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 Dover Gray?
Dover Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.4, 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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Why Dover Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.