Solitary State 1009-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C4C7C4, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tinsmith from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4C7C4 · 1009-3
Solitary State
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Solitary State in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Solitary State in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSolitary State
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTinsmith
Tinsmith
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Seersucker Suit
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fast As the Wind
Behr
Nearly identical
Khaki Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Snowglory
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cold Embrace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Snowglory
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Moon Beam
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Notre Dame
Valspar
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Solitary State
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solitary State
#C4C7C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solitary State
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solitary State 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 Solitary State.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Solitary State — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solitary State have?
Solitary State 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 Solitary State in your own space before committing.
What colors match Solitary State from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Solitary State are Tinsmith by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Seersucker Suit by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fast As the Wind by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Solitary State'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 Solitary State?
Solitary State has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Solitary State's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.