Gargoyle 1127-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ABB39E, LRV 43 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Foggy Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ABB39E · 1127-4
Gargoyle
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gargoyle Technical Profile
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Gargoyle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gargoyle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGargoyle
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyFoggy Gray
Foggy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dream Weaver
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Environmental
Behr
Nearly identical
Saybrook Sage
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cascade Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pistachio Shell
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer Haven
Kilz
Very similar
Ballroom Dancing
Valspar
Very similar
Fair Maiden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gargoyle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gargoyle
#ABB39E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gargoyle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gargoyle 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 Gargoyle.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gargoyle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gargoyle have?
Gargoyle by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Gargoyle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gargoyle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gargoyle are Foggy Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dream Weaver by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Environmental by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gargoyle'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 Gargoyle?
Gargoyle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gargoyle's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.