Industrial Revolution PPG0997-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7B7C7B, 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.
Ref. #7B7C7B · PPG0997-6
Industrial Revolution
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Industrial Revolution in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Industrial Revolution in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGIndustrial Revolution
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsWestchester Gray
Westchester Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusty Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Subtle Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Legendary Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Steel Wool
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Game Over
Behr
Very similar
Chipped Granite
Kilz
Very similar
Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Almost Charcoal
Valspar
Very similar
Refined Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Industrial Revolution
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Industrial Revolution.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Industrial Revolution in your own space before committing.
What colors match Industrial Revolution from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Industrial Revolution are Westchester Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dusty Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Subtle Shadow by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Industrial Revolution's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.