Sharkskin 1025-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B1AA9C, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terrace Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B1AA9C · 1025-4
Sharkskin
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sharkskin Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1AA9C
RGB177, 170, 156
Estimated LRV40.5
UndertoneNeutral
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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Terrace Taupe
Behr
#B2AB9C
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Homespun Linen
Vista Paint
#B3AC9E
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Illusion
Sherwin-Williams
#B0A899
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Shale Ridge
Dutch Boy
#B2AC9C
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Upper West Side
Benjamin Moore
#B0A89C
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Artemis
Valspar
#B0A998
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Well-Crafted
Dunn-Edwards
#AEA898
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Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
#B5AFA0
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Langdon Dove
Hirshfield's
#B5AB9A
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Khaki
Kilz
#B3A997
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Stone .05
Colorhouse
#AAA593
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Colors That Work With Sharkskin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sharkskin
#B1AA9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sharkskin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sharkskin 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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Sharkskin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sharkskin have?
Sharkskin 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 Sharkskin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sharkskin are Terrace Taupe by Behr (a close digital match), Homespun Linen by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Illusion by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sharkskin'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 Sharkskin?
Sharkskin has a estimated lightness value of 40.5, 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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