Old Monterey Grey 30YY 33/047 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A29C95, LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fashion Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A29C95 · 30YY 33/047
Old Monterey Grey
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Old Monterey Grey Technical Profile
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Old Monterey Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Monterey Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOld Monterey Grey
Nearly identical
BehrFashion Gray
Fashion Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Escarpment
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Zenned Out
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Acier
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cloudy Today
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dusky Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Historic Monument
Kilz
Nearly identical
Aspen Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cloudy Today
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Monterey Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Monterey Grey
#A29C95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Monterey Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Monterey 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Old Monterey Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Old Monterey Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Monterey Grey have?
Old Monterey Grey by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Old Monterey Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Monterey Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Monterey Grey are Fashion Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Escarpment by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Willow Creek by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Old Monterey 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 Old Monterey Grey?
Old Monterey Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.6, 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.
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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 Old Monterey Grey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.