Gosling Gray PPG0993-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A9AEB4, LRV 42 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pigeon Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9AEB4 · PPG0993-3
Gosling Gray
42%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gosling Gray Technical Profile
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Gosling Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gosling Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGosling Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePigeon Gray
Pigeon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cystern
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Morning Fog
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Streamlined Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Intercoastal Gray
Behr
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Castlerock
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gosling Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gosling Gray
#A9AEB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gosling Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gosling Gray 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 Gosling Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gosling Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gosling Gray have?
Gosling Gray 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 Gosling Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gosling Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gosling Gray are Pigeon Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cystern by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cystern by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gosling Gray'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 Gosling Gray?
Gosling Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.0, 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 Gosling Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.