Pachyderm 1039-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8F989D, LRV 31 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Steely Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F989D · 1039-4
Pachyderm
31%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pachyderm Technical Profile
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Pachyderm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pachyderm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPachyderm
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSteely Gray
Steely Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wolverine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sweatshirt Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Radiant Silver
Behr
Nearly identical
Chrome
Valspar
Nearly identical
Overcast Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Overcast Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
Dark Sterling
Kilz
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pachyderm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pachyderm
#8F989D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pachyderm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pachyderm 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 Pachyderm.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pachyderm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pachyderm have?
Pachyderm 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 Pachyderm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pachyderm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pachyderm are Steely Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Over the Moon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Wolverine by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pachyderm'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 Pachyderm?
Pachyderm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.7, 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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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 Pachyderm's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.