Monterey Cliffs 10YY 14/080 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #73675D, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Opus from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #73675D · 10YY 14/080
Monterey Cliffs
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Monterey Cliffs Technical Profile
HEX Code#73675D
RGB115, 103, 93
Estimated LRV14.1
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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#73685E
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#766A5F
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#6F6459
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#736458
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#7A6B61
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#736B63
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#796D61
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#6A5D4D
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Colors That Work With Monterey Cliffs
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monterey Cliffs
#73675D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B9868
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monterey Cliffs
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monterey Cliffs 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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Monterey Cliffs — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monterey Cliffs have?
Monterey Cliffs 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 Monterey Cliffs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monterey Cliffs are Opus by Behr (a close digital match), Cocoa Powder by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Griffin by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Monterey Cliffs'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 Monterey Cliffs?
Monterey Cliffs has a estimated lightness value of 14.1, 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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