Photo Gray 1029-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AEAD96, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clary Sage from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AEAD96 · 1029-4
Photo Gray
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Photo Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEAD96
RGB174, 173, 150
Estimated LRV41.1
UndertoneNeutral
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Clary Sage
Sherwin-Williams
#ACAD97
Close digital match
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#B0AC94
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#A9AB94
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Colors That Work With Photo Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Photo Gray
#AEAD96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Photo Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Photo Gray 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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Photo Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Photo Gray have?
Photo Gray by PPG has a neutral 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 Photo Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Photo Gray are Clary Sage by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cheyenne Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Nantucket Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Photo Gray'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 Photo Gray?
Photo Gray has a estimated lightness value of 41.1, 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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