On the Edge PPG0998-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7D7A75, estimated LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Eyes from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7D7A75 · PPG0998-6
On the Edge
20%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
On the Edge Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D7A75
RGB125, 122, 117
Estimated LRV19.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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#7F7C76
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#807E78
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Fieldstone
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#807E77
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Colors That Work With On the Edge
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
On the Edge
#7D7A75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3A87D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for On the Edge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
On the Edge 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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On the Edge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does On the Edge have?
On the Edge by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 On the Edge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to On the Edge are Smokey Eyes by Kilz (a close digital match), Greyhound by Behr (a close digital match), Rugged Suede by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting On the Edge'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 On the Edge?
On the Edge has a estimated lightness value of 19.6, 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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