Smoke Screen 1038-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ADB6B9, LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jubilee from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ADB6B9 · 1038-4
Smoke Screen
46%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Smoke Screen Technical Profile
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Smoke Screen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoke Screen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmoke Screen
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsJubilee
Jubilee
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lake Placid
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Autumn Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marina Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Flint Smoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dolphin Dance
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Screen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Screen
#ADB6B9
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 Smoke Screen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke Screen 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 Screen.
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 Screen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Screen have?
Smoke Screen by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Screen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoke Screen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoke Screen are Jubilee by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Lake Placid by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Autumn Fog by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoke Screen'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 Screen?
Smoke Screen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoke Screen's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.