Lava Gray 1038-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5E686D, estimated LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Steeled Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5E686D · 1038-6
Lava Gray
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lava Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#5E686D
RGB94, 104, 109
Estimated LRV13.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
#5D676B
Close digital match
Murky Depths
Kilz
#5F676C
Close digital match
Powell Gray
Benjamin Moore
#5B666D
Close digital match
Made of Steel
Dunn-Edwards
#5B686F
Close digital match
Grays Harbor
Sherwin-Williams
#596368
Close digital match
Blue Metal
Behr
#596267
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#656B6F
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#626869
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Colors That Work With Lava Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lava Gray
#5E686D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666E98
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lava Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lava Gray 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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Lava Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lava Gray have?
Lava Gray by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Lava Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lava Gray are Steeled Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Murky Depths by Kilz (a close digital match), Powell Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lava Gray'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 Lava Gray?
Lava Gray has a estimated lightness value of 13.4, 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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