Silversmith Grey 30BB 26/025 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #87898E, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vessel Gray from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #87898E · 30BB 26/025
Silversmith Grey
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Silversmith Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#87898E
RGB135, 137, 142
Estimated LRV25.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Colors That Work With Silversmith Grey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silversmith Grey
#87898E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silversmith Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silversmith 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
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Silversmith Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silversmith Grey have?
Silversmith Grey by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Silversmith Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silversmith Grey are Vessel Gray by Valspar (a close digital match), Ancient Pewter by Behr (a close digital match), Overcast by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silversmith 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 Silversmith Grey?
Silversmith Grey has a estimated lightness value of 25.0, 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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