Industrial Revolution PPG0997-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7B7C7B, estimated LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Westchester Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7B7C7B · PPG0997-6
Industrial Revolution
20%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Industrial Revolution Technical Profile
HEX Code#7B7C7B
RGB123, 124, 123
Estimated LRV20.1
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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#797978
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Colors That Work With Industrial Revolution
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Industrial Revolution
#7B7C7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80AA95
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Industrial Revolution
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Industrial Revolution 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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Industrial Revolution — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Industrial Revolution have?
Industrial Revolution by PPG has a neutral 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 Industrial Revolution from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Industrial Revolution are Westchester Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Dusty Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Subtle Shadow by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Industrial Revolution'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 Industrial Revolution?
Industrial Revolution has a estimated lightness value of 20.1, 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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