Evening Shadow 30BB 21/056 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #797E89, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slate Tint from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #797E89 · 30BB 21/056
Evening Shadow
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Evening Shadow Technical Profile
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Evening Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Evening Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEvening Shadow
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSlate Tint
Slate Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Nuts and Bolts
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Streak
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Downing Slate
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Whale Tail
Kilz
Very similar
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Shale
Behr
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evening Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Shadow
#797E89
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Shadow 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 Evening Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evening Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Shadow have?
Evening Shadow by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Evening Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Evening Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Evening Shadow are Slate Tint by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Slate Tint by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Nuts and Bolts by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Evening Shadow'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 Evening Shadow?
Evening Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.8, 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 Evening Shadow's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.