French Grey 70BG 19/071 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6C7A83, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Magnet Dapple from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6C7A83 · 70BG 19/071
French Grey
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
French Grey Technical Profile
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French Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to French Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFrench Grey
Nearly identical
ValsparMagnet Dapple
Magnet Dapple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Long Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Normandy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Deep Shale
Behr
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Foggy Day
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Aged Denim
Dutch Boy
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Classic Movie
Kilz
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Grey
#6C7A83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B80A7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to French Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Grey have?
French Grey 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 French Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match French Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Grey are Magnet Dapple by Valspar (a near-identical match), Deep Channel by Valspar (a near-identical match), Long Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting French 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 French Grey?
French Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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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