Freedom Found 1040-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #657682, estimated 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.
PPG · #657682 · 1040-6
Freedom Found
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Freedom Found Technical Profile
HEX Code#657682
RGB101, 118, 130
Estimated LRV17.3
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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Colors That Work With Freedom Found
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Freedom Found
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Freedom Found Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Freedom Found from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Freedom Found are Wharf View by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hypnotic by Behr (a close digital match), Long Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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