Eiffel Tower 1022-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #998E83, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elephant Ear from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #998E83 · 1022-5
Eiffel Tower
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Eiffel Tower Technical Profile
HEX Code#998E83
RGB153, 142, 131
Estimated LRV27.8
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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Compare alternatives to Eiffel Tower
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Elephant Ear
Sherwin-Williams
#988F85
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Old English Castle
Vista Paint
#978B80
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Shale Stone
Dunn-Edwards
#968E85
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State of Mind
Valspar
#9C8E83
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Country Club
Behr
#998E86
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Seemingly Perfect
Dutch Boy
#978A7F
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Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
#9F9389
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Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
#948D84
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#948981
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#948B7D
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#898176
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#A3977F
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Colors That Work With Eiffel Tower
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eiffel Tower
#998E83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eiffel Tower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eiffel Tower 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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Eiffel Tower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eiffel Tower have?
Eiffel Tower 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 Eiffel Tower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Eiffel Tower are Elephant Ear by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Old English Castle by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Shale Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Eiffel Tower'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 Eiffel Tower?
Eiffel Tower has a estimated lightness value of 27.8, 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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