Elemental 1011-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D0D3D3, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bay Waves from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0D3D3 · 1011-2
Elemental
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elemental Technical Profile
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Elemental in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elemental in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGElemental
Nearly identical
ValsparBay Waves
Bay Waves
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sterling
Behr
Nearly identical
Misty
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Moonlit Walk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grey Mare
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chalk Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Whitestone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silver Spoon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elemental
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elemental
#D0D3D3
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 Elemental
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elemental 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 Elemental.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elemental — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elemental have?
Elemental 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 Elemental in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elemental from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elemental are Bay Waves by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sterling by Behr (a near-identical match), Gray Pearl by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elemental'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 Elemental?
Elemental has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elemental's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.