Gray Shadows 1005-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2BDBA, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Natural Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2BDBA · 1005-3
Gray Shadows
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gray Shadows Technical Profile
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Gray Shadows in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Shadows in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGray Shadows
Nearly identical
BehrNatural Gray
Natural Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Essential Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Through the Looking Glass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Place of Dust
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Pearl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sugared Bronze
Kilz
Nearly identical
North Island
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Oyster Bay
Valspar
Very similar
Misted Silver
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Shadows
#C2BDBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Shadows 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 Shadows.
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 Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Shadows have?
Gray Shadows 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 Gray Shadows in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Shadows are Natural Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Noble Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Essential Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gray Shadows'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 Shadows?
Gray Shadows has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Shadows's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.