Monterey Cliffs 10YY 14/080 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #73675D, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Opus from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #73675D · 10YY 14/080
Monterey Cliffs
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Monterey Cliffs Technical Profile
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Monterey Cliffs in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Monterey Cliffs in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMonterey Cliffs
Nearly identical
BehrOpus
Opus
Behr
Nearly identical
Cocoa Powder
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Griffin
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Eagles Feathers
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tyson Taupe
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tyson Taupe
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gateway Arch
Valspar
Very similar
Bear Creek
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hitching Post
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monterey Cliffs
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Monterey Cliffs.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Monterey Cliffs in your own space before committing.
What colors match Monterey Cliffs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monterey Cliffs are Opus by Behr (a near-identical match), Cocoa Powder by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Griffin by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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