Flagstone 1001-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ACADAD, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Steel from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ACADAD · 1001-4
Flagstone
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flagstone Technical Profile
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Flagstone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flagstone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFlagstone
Nearly identical
KilzSoft Steel
Soft Steel
Kilz
Nearly identical
Castlerock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Soft Pebble
Behr
Nearly identical
Tin Man
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tin Man
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stormy Monday
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Gris
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flagstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flagstone
#ACADAD
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 Flagstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flagstone 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 Flagstone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flagstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flagstone have?
Flagstone 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 Flagstone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flagstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flagstone are Soft Steel by Kilz (a near-identical match), Castlerock by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Industrial Age by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flagstone'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 Flagstone?
Flagstone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Flagstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.