Freedom Found 1040-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #657682, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wharf View from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #657682 · 1040-6
Freedom Found
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Freedom Found Technical Profile
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Freedom Found in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Freedom Found in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFreedom Found
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsWharf View
Wharf View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hypnotic
Behr
Nearly identical
Stillwater
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Harbor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Magnet Dapple
Valspar
Very similar
Winter Harbor
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Distance
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Deep Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Freedom Found
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Freedom Found
#657682
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#767AA4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Freedom Found
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Freedom Found 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 Freedom Found.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Freedom Found — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Freedom Found have?
Freedom Found 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 Freedom Found in your own space before committing.
What colors match Freedom Found from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Freedom Found are Wharf View by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Hypnotic by Behr (a near-identical match), Long Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Freedom Found'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 Freedom Found?
Freedom Found has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.3, 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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Why Freedom Found's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.