Granite Boulder 1015-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #816F6B, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marron from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #816F6B · 1015-6
Granite Boulder
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Granite Boulder Technical Profile
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Granite Boulder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Granite Boulder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGranite Boulder
Nearly identical
ValsparMarron
Marron
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cave of the Winds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rave Raisin
Vista Paint
Very similar
Autumn Ashes
Behr
Very similar
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mink Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Patchwork Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Granite Boulder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Granite Boulder
#816F6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A69879
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Granite Boulder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Granite Boulder 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 Granite Boulder.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Granite Boulder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Granite Boulder have?
Granite Boulder 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 Granite Boulder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Granite Boulder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Granite Boulder are Marron by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cave of the Winds by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rosy Taupe by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Granite Boulder'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 Granite Boulder?
Granite Boulder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.1, 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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Why Granite Boulder's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.