Night Sky Grey 90BG 25/079 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7D8A96, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cold Steel from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7D8A96 · 90BG 25/079
Night Sky Grey
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Night Sky Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D8A96
RGB125, 138, 150
Estimated LRV24.7
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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Colors That Work With Night Sky Grey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Night Sky Grey
#7D8A96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Night Sky Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Night Sky Grey 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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Night Sky Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Night Sky Grey have?
Night Sky Grey 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 Night Sky Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Night Sky Grey are Cold Steel by Behr (a close digital match), Forever Denim by Behr (a close digital match), Porpoise Gray by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Night Sky Grey'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 Night Sky Grey?
Night Sky Grey has a estimated lightness value of 24.7, 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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