Equilibrium 1003-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A49F9F, 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.
Ref. #A49F9F · 1003-4
Equilibrium
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Equilibrium Technical Profile
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Equilibrium in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Equilibrium in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEquilibrium
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTimely Gray
Timely Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Crystal Noir
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sterling Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pigeon Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Wind in the Willows
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Heather Harmony
Vista Paint
Very similar
Quest Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Smokey Wings
Behr
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Equilibrium
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Equilibrium.
More gray colors from other brands
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Equilibrium in your own space before committing.
What colors match Equilibrium from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Equilibrium are Timely Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Crystal Noir by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sterling Silver by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Equilibrium's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.