Smoky Quartz 18-08 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A18A8D, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muskoka Dusk from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A18A8D · 18-08
Smoky Quartz
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smoky Quartz Technical Profile
HEX Code#A18A8D
RGB161, 138, 141
Estimated LRV27.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Smoky Quartz
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Quartz
#A18A8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9485
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Quartz
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Quartz Room Palettes
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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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Smoky Quartz — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Quartz have?
Smoky Quartz by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Smoky Quartz from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Quartz are Muskoka Dusk by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Mulberry Wine by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cameo Rose by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smoky Quartz'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 Smoky Quartz?
Smoky Quartz has a estimated lightness value of 27.7, 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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