Smoke Grey 90BG 30/073 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8995A1, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Approaching Dusk from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8995A1 · 90BG 30/073
Smoke Grey
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smoke Grey Technical Profile
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Smoke Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoke Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmoke Grey
Nearly identical
BehrApproaching Dusk
Approaching Dusk
Behr
Nearly identical
Stormy Skies
Valspar
Nearly identical
In Good Taste
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hamilton Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Overcast Day
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mineral Alloy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Monument Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Daphne
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Grey
#8995A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoke Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke 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 Smoke 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.
Smoke Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Grey have?
Smoke 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 Smoke Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoke Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoke Grey are Approaching Dusk by Behr (a near-identical match), Stormy Skies by Valspar (a near-identical match), In Good Taste by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoke 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 Smoke Grey?
Smoke Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoke Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.