Mercurial 1006-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B6B0A9, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stone Harbor from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B6B0A9 · 1006-4
Mercurial
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mercurial Technical Profile
HEX Code#B6B0A9
RGB182, 176, 169
Estimated LRV43.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 →
Stone Harbor
Benjamin Moore
#B5B0A9
Close digital match
Dove'S Cry
Dunn-Edwards
#B8B1A9
Close digital match
Warm Pewter
Sherwin-Williams
#B4ADA6
Close digital match
Classic
Behr
#B7B1AC
Close digital match
Sultry Gray
Dutch Boy
#B9B2A9
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Smoky Wings
Vista Paint
#B3ADA8
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Driftwood Gray
Kilz
#B6B0A6
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Ashen Grey
Valspar
#B3ABA1
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Dove Tale
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#BBB1AB
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Smoky Wings
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#B2ACA9
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#B5B8B1
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Colors That Work With Mercurial
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mercurial
#B6B0A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mercurial
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mercurial 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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Mercurial — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mercurial have?
Mercurial 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 Mercurial from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mercurial are Stone Harbor by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Dove'S Cry by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Warm Pewter by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mercurial'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 Mercurial?
Mercurial has a estimated lightness value of 43.9, 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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