Gray Heron 1033-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #89928A, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Traffic Grey A from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #89928A · 1033-5
Gray Heron
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gray Heron Technical Profile
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Gray Heron in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Heron in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGray Heron
Nearly identical
RALTraffic Grey A
Traffic Grey A
RAL
Nearly identical
Creek Bend
Behr
Nearly identical
Beguile
Valspar
Very similar
Rushing River
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dowager
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deco Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
River Rhythm
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lincoln Green
Kilz
Very similar
Card Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Illusive Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grayed Foundry
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Heron
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Heron
#89928A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Heron
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Heron 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 Gray Heron.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gray Heron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Heron have?
Gray Heron by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Gray Heron in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Heron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Heron are Traffic Grey A by RAL (a near-identical match), Creek Bend by Behr (a near-identical match), Peaceful Glade by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gray Heron'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 Gray Heron?
Gray Heron has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.7, 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
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 Gray Heron's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.