Puddle Jumper 1035-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6A8389, estimated LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thundercloud from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6A8389 · 1035-5
Puddle Jumper
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Puddle Jumper Technical Profile
HEX Code#6A8389
RGB106, 131, 137
Estimated LRV21.1
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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Colors That Work With Puddle Jumper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Puddle Jumper
#6A8389
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8BA9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Puddle Jumper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Puddle Jumper 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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Puddle Jumper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Puddle Jumper have?
Puddle Jumper 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 Puddle Jumper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Puddle Jumper are Thundercloud by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Winter in Paris by Behr (a close digital match), Winter In Paris by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Puddle Jumper'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 Puddle Jumper?
Puddle Jumper has a estimated lightness value of 21.1, 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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