Scarborough 1145-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #809391, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Miracle Bay from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #809391 · 1145-5
Scarborough
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Scarborough Technical Profile
HEX Code#809391
RGB128, 147, 145
Estimated LRV27.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Scarborough
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scarborough
#809391
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scarborough
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scarborough 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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Scarborough — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scarborough have?
Scarborough 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 Scarborough from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scarborough are Miracle Bay by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Lexington Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Forest Falls by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Scarborough'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 Scarborough?
Scarborough has a estimated lightness value of 27.5, 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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