Glazed Granite 1011-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5B5E61, LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pencil Point from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B5E61 · 1011-6
Glazed Granite
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Glazed Granite Technical Profile
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Glazed Granite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Glazed Granite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGlazed Granite
Nearly identical
BehrPencil Point
Pencil Point
Behr
Nearly identical
Sheet Metal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ambler Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hematite
Valspar
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Peppercorn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glazed Granite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glazed Granite
#5B5E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#60608F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glazed Granite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glazed Granite 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 Glazed Granite.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glazed Granite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glazed Granite have?
Glazed Granite by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Glazed Granite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Glazed Granite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Glazed Granite are Pencil Point by Behr (a near-identical match), Sheet Metal by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pencil Point by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Glazed Granite'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 Glazed Granite?
Glazed Granite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.1, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Glazed Granite's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.