Nocturnal Creek 30BG 31/053 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8F9B9F, LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Flannel from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F9B9F · 30BG 31/053
Nocturnal Creek
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nocturnal Creek Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Nocturnal Creek in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nocturnal Creek in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNocturnal Creek
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGray Flannel
Gray Flannel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Twilight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cadet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rustic Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gibraltar Cliffs
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Atmospheric
Behr
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brookview
Vista Paint
Very similar
Serving Platter
Kilz
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nocturnal Creek
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nocturnal Creek
#8F9B9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nocturnal Creek
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nocturnal Creek 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 Nocturnal Creek.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nocturnal Creek — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturnal Creek have?
Nocturnal Creek by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Nocturnal Creek in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nocturnal Creek from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturnal Creek are Gray Flannel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Twilight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Soft Pumice by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nocturnal Creek'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 Nocturnal Creek?
Nocturnal Creek has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.8, 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.
Explore More with Nocturnal Creek
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nocturnal Creek's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.