Rough Ride 1036-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7A8687, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shadow Effect from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A8687 · 1036-5
Rough Ride
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rough Ride Technical Profile
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Rough Ride in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rough Ride in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGRough Ride
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsShadow Effect
Shadow Effect
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gothic Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Templeton Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Academy Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Portsmouth
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Downpour
Kilz
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
Juniper Ash
Behr
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rough Ride
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rough Ride
#7A8687
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8596AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rough Ride
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rough Ride 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 Rough Ride.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rough Ride — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rough Ride have?
Rough Ride by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Rough Ride in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rough Ride from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rough Ride are Shadow Effect by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gothic Grey by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Templeton Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rough Ride'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 Rough Ride?
Rough Ride has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rough Ride's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.