Phoenix Fossil 1009-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8E908D, LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Letter Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E908D · 1009-5
Phoenix Fossil
28%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Phoenix Fossil Technical Profile
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Phoenix Fossil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Phoenix Fossil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPhoenix Fossil
Nearly identical
BehrLetter Gray
Letter Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Stieglitz Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Umber Stone
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tin Lizzie
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wall Street
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Grey Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
City Storm
Valspar
Very similar
Relaxed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Slippery Shale
Vista Paint
Very similar
Paved Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Phoenix Fossil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phoenix Fossil
#8E908D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phoenix Fossil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phoenix Fossil 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 Phoenix Fossil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Phoenix Fossil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phoenix Fossil have?
Phoenix Fossil by PPG has a neutral 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 Phoenix Fossil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Phoenix Fossil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Phoenix Fossil are Letter Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Stieglitz Silver by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Plummett by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Phoenix Fossil'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 Phoenix Fossil?
Phoenix Fossil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Phoenix Fossil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.