Dusty Berry 30RR 21/127 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #977783, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aplomb from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #977783 · 30RR 21/127
Dusty Berry
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dusty Berry Technical Profile
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Dusty Berry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusty Berry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDusty Berry
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAplomb
Aplomb
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Panached Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mulberry Wine
Behr
Very similar
Ruby Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plum Legacy
Valspar
Very similar
Charming Violet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Charming Violet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bohemian Jazz
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusty Berry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Berry
#977783
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8A85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Berry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Berry 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 Dusty Berry.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Berry have?
Dusty Berry by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Dusty Berry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusty Berry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Berry are Aplomb by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Panached Purple by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Mulberry Wine by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dusty Berry'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 Dusty Berry?
Dusty Berry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusty Berry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.