Hippopotamus PPG0994-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A7AAA5, LRV 40 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muted Gray from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A7AAA5 · PPG0994-4
Hippopotamus
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Hippopotamus Technical Profile
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Hippopotamus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hippopotamus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHippopotamus
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMuted Gray
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Platinum Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gray Matters
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Flipper
Behr
Nearly identical
Hazy Stratus
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Vinal Haven
Vista Paint
Very similar
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Very similar
Vinal Haven
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hippopotamus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hippopotamus
#A7AAA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hippopotamus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hippopotamus 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 Hippopotamus.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hippopotamus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hippopotamus have?
Hippopotamus by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Hippopotamus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hippopotamus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hippopotamus are Muted Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Platinum Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Gray Matters by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hippopotamus'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 Hippopotamus?
Hippopotamus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.7, 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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Related Reading
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 Hippopotamus's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.