Downpour 1010-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #898A86, estimated 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.
PPG · #898A86 · 1010-5
Downpour
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Downpour Technical Profile
HEX Code#898A86
RGB137, 138, 134
Estimated LRV25.2
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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#898A84
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#888782
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Colors That Work With Downpour
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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
Digital 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
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Downpour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Downpour have?
Downpour 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 Downpour from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Downpour are Secret by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Euro Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Classic French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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