On the Edge PPG0998-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7D7A75, 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.
Ref. #7D7A75 · PPG0998-6
On the Edge
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
On the Edge Technical Profile
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On the Edge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to On the Edge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOn the Edge
Nearly identical
KilzSmokey Eyes
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Nearly identical
Greyhound
Behr
Nearly identical
Rugged Suede
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fieldstone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Great Gray Owl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Asphalt
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fieldstone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Settlement
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Cliffside Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With On the Edge
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to On the Edge.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample On the Edge in your own space before committing.
What colors match On the Edge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to On the Edge are Smokey Eyes by Kilz (a near-identical match), Greyhound by Behr (a near-identical match), Rugged Suede by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Why On the Edge's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.