Seal Grey 00NN 25/000 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #868586, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Natural Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #868586 · 00NN 25/000
Seal Grey
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Seal Grey Technical Profile
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Seal Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Seal Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSeal Grey
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyNatural Gray
Natural Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pewter Ring
Behr
Nearly identical
Cast in Stone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wool Peacoat
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Captain Nemo
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Grey Suit
Valspar
Very similar
Approaching Storm
Kilz
Very similar
Software
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Seal Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seal Grey
#868586
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8599
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seal Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seal Grey 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 Seal Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Seal Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seal Grey have?
Seal Grey 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 Seal Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Seal Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seal Grey are Natural Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Stone Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pewter Ring by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Seal Grey'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 Seal Grey?
Seal Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, 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 Seal Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.