Smoky Quartz 18-08 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A18A8D, 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.
Ref. #A18A8D · 18-08
Smoky Quartz
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Smoky Quartz Technical Profile
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Smoky Quartz in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Quartz in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmoky Quartz
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMuskoka Dusk
Muskoka Dusk
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cameo Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Rosaline Pearl
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sunrise Over Tahiti
Valspar
Very similar
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ash Hollow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cut Heather
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Historic Rose
Kilz
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Quartz
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
Pure 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
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 Smoky Quartz.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoky Quartz in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Quartz from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Quartz are Muskoka Dusk by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mulberry Wine by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cameo Rose by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Quartz's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.