Ref. #887B6E · 15-20
Ghost Ship
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ghost Ship Technical Profile
What color is Ghost Ship? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #887B6E. Colors similar to Ghost Ship include Benjamin Moore Porcini, Sherwin-Williams Warm Stone, Sherwin-Williams Backdrop. Ghost Ship has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Ghost Ship creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Ghost Ship pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Ghost Ship
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ghost Ship
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ghost Ship
#887B6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAA7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ghost Ship
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ghost Ship 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 Ghost Ship.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ghost Ship — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ghost Ship have?
Ghost Ship by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ghost Ship from other brands?
The closest matches are Porcini by Benjamin Moore (#877B6E), Warm Stone by Sherwin-Williams (#887B6C), Backdrop by Sherwin-Williams (#867A6F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ghost Ship?
Ghost Ship has an LRV of 20.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ghost Ship's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.