Equilibrium 1003-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A49F9F, estimated LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Timely Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A49F9F · 1003-4
Equilibrium
35%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Equilibrium Technical Profile
HEX Code#A49F9F
RGB164, 159, 159
Estimated LRV35.2
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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Compare alternatives to Equilibrium
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Timely Gray
Dutch Boy
#A7A0A1
Close digital match
Crystal Noir
Valspar
#A7A0A1
Close digital match
Sterling Silver
Benjamin Moore
#A19F9E
Close digital match
Jet Gray
Hirshfield's
#9D9A9A
Close digital match
Pigeon Gray
Kilz
#A09B9E
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Wind in the Willows
Dunn-Edwards
#A39D99
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Heather Harmony
Vista Paint
#A3A1A5
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Quest Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#ADA5A5
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Smokey Wings
Behr
#A7A5A3
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RAL
#9C9C9C
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Colors That Work With Equilibrium
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Equilibrium
#A49F9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Equilibrium
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Equilibrium 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Equilibrium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Equilibrium have?
Equilibrium 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 Equilibrium from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Equilibrium are Timely Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Crystal Noir by Valspar (a close digital match), Sterling Silver by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Equilibrium'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 Equilibrium?
Equilibrium has a estimated lightness value of 35.2, 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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Why Equilibrium's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.