Phantom 1036-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6E797B, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pike Lake from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6E797B · 1036-6
Phantom
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Phantom Technical Profile
HEX Code#6E797B
RGB110, 121, 123
Estimated LRV18.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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#6C7779
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Colors That Work With Phantom
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phantom
#6E797B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7787A5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phantom
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phantom Room Palettes
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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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Phantom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phantom have?
Phantom by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Phantom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Phantom are Pike Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Ocean Swell by Behr (a close digital match), Rhinoceros by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Phantom'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 Phantom?
Phantom has a estimated lightness value of 18.4, 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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