Old Silk PPG0993-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6D737A, LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Made in the Shade from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6D737A · PPG0993-6
Old Silk
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Old Silk Technical Profile
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Old Silk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Silk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOld Silk
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMade in the Shade
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crucible
Valspar
Nearly identical
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Draw Your Sword
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Shower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Backwater
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Antique Tin
Behr
Very similar
Before the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dusty Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Silk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Silk
#6D737A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7876A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Silk 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 Silk.
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 Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Silk have?
Old Silk 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 Old Silk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Silk are Made in the Shade by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Crucible by Valspar (a near-identical match), Plated Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Old Silk'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 Silk?
Old Silk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.9, 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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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 Silk's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.