Shaded Brook 30BG 42/049 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A3AFB3, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marinescape from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3AFB3 · 30BG 42/049
Shaded Brook
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shaded Brook Technical Profile
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Shaded Brook in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shaded Brook in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGShaded Brook
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMarinescape
Marinescape
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stardew
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pelican Bay
Behr
Nearly identical
Nimbus Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Payphone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Granite Fog
Valspar
Very similar
Waterby
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaded Brook
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaded Brook
#A3AFB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaded Brook
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaded Brook 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 Shaded Brook.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaded Brook — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaded Brook have?
Shaded Brook 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 Shaded Brook in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shaded Brook from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaded Brook are Marinescape by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Stardew by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Yreka! by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shaded Brook'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 Shaded Brook?
Shaded Brook has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.7, 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 Shaded Brook's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.