Ref. #63584C · 1020-7
Monkey Madness
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Monkey Madness Technical Profile
What color is Monkey Madness? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #63584C. Colors similar to Monkey Madness include Hirshfield's Ares Shadow, Sherwin-Williams Prospect, Valspar Harvest Brown. Monkey Madness has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Monkey Madness creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Monkey Madness pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Monkey Madness
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monkey Madness
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monkey Madness
#63584C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87885A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monkey Madness
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monkey Madness 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 Monkey Madness.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Monkey Madness — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monkey Madness have?
Monkey Madness by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Monkey Madness from other brands?
The closest matches are Ares Shadow by Hirshfield's (#62584C), Prospect by Sherwin-Williams (#62584B), Harvest Brown by Valspar (#605649). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Monkey Madness?
Monkey Madness has an LRV of 10.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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