High Salute 1039-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #445056, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tarragon from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #445056 · 1039-7
High Salute
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
High Salute Technical Profile
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High Salute in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to High Salute in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHigh Salute
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTarragon
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Brush Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Puerto Desedo
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Evening Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Plot Twist
Valspar
Very similar
Carbon Fiber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Navigation
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iron Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With High Salute
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
High Salute
#445056
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#52597B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for High Salute
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
High Salute 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 High Salute.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
High Salute — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does High Salute have?
High Salute 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 High Salute in your own space before committing.
What colors match High Salute from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to High Salute are Tarragon by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Brush Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lead Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting High Salute'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 High Salute?
High Salute has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why High Salute's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.