Flipper 1018-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7F726B, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chocolate Heart from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F726B · 1018-6
Flipper
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flipper Technical Profile
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Flipper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flipper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFlipper
Nearly identical
BehrChocolate Heart
Chocolate Heart
Behr
Nearly identical
Summer Sparrow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seal Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Palomino Pony
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Toasted Taupe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chinchilla
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Devonwood Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flipper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flipper
#7F726B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A59E78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flipper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flipper 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 Flipper.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flipper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flipper have?
Flipper 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 Flipper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flipper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flipper are Chocolate Heart by Behr (a near-identical match), Summer Sparrow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Seal Gray by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Flipper'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 Flipper?
Flipper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.6, 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 Flipper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.