Ghost Writer 1007-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BCB7AD, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mindful Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCB7AD · 1007-3
Ghost Writer
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ghost Writer Technical Profile
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Ghost Writer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ghost Writer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGhost Writer
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMindful Gray
Mindful Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Glasgow Fog
Behr
Nearly identical
Thunder
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Reclaimed Wood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Frappé
Valspar
Nearly identical
Urban Gateway
Kilz
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chintz
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Lichen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Purbeck Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ghost Writer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ghost Writer
#BCB7AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ghost Writer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ghost Writer 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 Writer.
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 Writer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ghost Writer have?
Ghost Writer 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 Ghost Writer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ghost Writer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ghost Writer are Mindful Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Glasgow Fog by Behr (a near-identical match), Thunder by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ghost Writer'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 Ghost Writer?
Ghost Writer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ghost Writer's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.