Downpour 1010-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #898A86, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Secret from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #898A86 · 1010-5
Downpour
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Downpour in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Downpour in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDownpour
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSecret
Secret
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Euro Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Classic French Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Relaxed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grey Suit
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Slippery Shale
Vista Paint
Very similar
Umber Stone
Kilz
Very similar
Stieglitz Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Paved Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grey Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Downpour
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Downpour
#898A86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Downpour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Downpour 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 Downpour.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Downpour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Downpour have?
Downpour 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 Downpour in your own space before committing.
What colors match Downpour from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Downpour are Secret by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Euro Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Classic French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Downpour'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 Downpour?
Downpour has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Downpour's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.