Grey Nuance 90YY 55/049 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C5C5BC, estimated LRV 55 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rippled Rock from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C5C5BC · 90YY 55/049
Grey Nuance
55%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Grey Nuance Technical Profile
HEX Code#C5C5BC
RGB197, 197, 188
Estimated LRV55.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Grey Nuance
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grey Nuance
#C5C5BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grey Nuance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grey Nuance 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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Grey Nuance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grey Nuance have?
Grey Nuance by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Grey Nuance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grey Nuance are Rippled Rock by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Winter Way by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Silver Song by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grey Nuance'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 Grey Nuance?
Grey Nuance has a estimated lightness value of 55.4, 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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