Pittsburgh Gray PPG0994-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C8CBC8, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fast As the Wind from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8CBC8 · PPG0994-2
Pittsburgh Gray
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pittsburgh Gray Technical Profile
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Pittsburgh Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pittsburgh Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPittsburgh Gray
Nearly identical
BehrFast As the Wind
Fast As the Wind
Behr
Nearly identical
Tinsmith
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Perspectivereg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Moon Beam
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Khaki Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cold Embrace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bay Waves
Valspar
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pittsburgh Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pittsburgh Gray
#C8CBC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pittsburgh Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pittsburgh 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pittsburgh Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pittsburgh Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pittsburgh Gray have?
Pittsburgh Gray 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 Pittsburgh Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pittsburgh Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pittsburgh Gray are Fast As the Wind by Behr (a near-identical match), Tinsmith by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Nomadic Travels by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh Gray?
Pittsburgh Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pittsburgh Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.