Prophetic Sea 1042-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #818B9C, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Illusionary from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #818B9C · 1042-5
Prophetic Sea
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Prophetic Sea Technical Profile
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Prophetic Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prophetic Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGProphetic Sea
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyIllusionary
Illusionary
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
River Tour
Behr
Nearly identical
Window Screen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Irises
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusty Heather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
London Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Prophetic Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prophetic Sea
#818B9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prophetic Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prophetic Sea 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 Prophetic Sea.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prophetic Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prophetic Sea have?
Prophetic Sea 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 Prophetic Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prophetic Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prophetic Sea are Illusionary by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), River Tour by Behr (a near-identical match), River Tour by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Prophetic Sea'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 Prophetic Sea?
Prophetic Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.5, 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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Why Prophetic Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.