Ref. #6E7376 · 1011-5
Improbable
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Improbable Technical Profile
What color is Improbable? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #6E7376. Colors similar to Improbable include Dunn-Edwards Battleship Gray, Behr Dawn Gray, Benjamin Moore Gray Shower. Improbable has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Improbable creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Improbable pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Improbable
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Battleship Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dawn Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray Shower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Deco Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Before the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Frost White Prl over Black
MPC
Very similar
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Improbable
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Improbable
#6E7376
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#747AA3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Improbable
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Improbable 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 Improbable.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Improbable — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Improbable have?
Improbable by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Improbable from other brands?
The closest matches are Battleship Gray by Dunn-Edwards (#6F7476), Dawn Gray by Behr (#6B7174), Gray Shower by Benjamin Moore (#6E7479). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Improbable?
Improbable has an LRV of 16.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Improbable's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.