Fossil Grey 30YY 56/060 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CEC7BD, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sheepskin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CEC7BD · 30YY 56/060
Fossil Grey
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fossil Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEC7BD
RGB206, 199, 189
Estimated LRV57.6
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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#CDC5BA
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#D0CABF
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Colors That Work With Fossil Grey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fossil Grey
#CEC7BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fossil Grey
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fossil Grey 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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Fossil Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fossil Grey have?
Fossil Grey 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 Fossil Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fossil Grey are Sheepskin by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Hidden Cove by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Sheepskin by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fossil Grey'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 Fossil Grey?
Fossil Grey has a estimated lightness value of 57.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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