Gray Whisper 1014-2 is a off-white paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E6E4E4, estimated LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Dawn from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E6E4E4 · 1014-2
Gray Whisper
78%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gray Whisper Technical Profile
HEX Code#E6E4E4
RGB230, 228, 228
Estimated LRV77.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandPPG
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#E6E5E4
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Colors That Work With Gray Whisper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Whisper
#E6E4E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Whisper 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
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Gray Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Whisper have?
Gray Whisper by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Gray Whisper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Whisper are Winter Dawn by Valspar (a close digital match), Violet Essence by Behr (a close digital match), Cold Morning by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gray Whisper'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 Whisper?
Gray Whisper has a estimated lightness value of 77.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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