Soothing Sapphire 10-09 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #48545D, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kettle Black from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #48545D · 10-09
Soothing Sapphire
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soothing Sapphire Technical Profile
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Soothing Sapphire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soothing Sapphire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSoothing Sapphire
Nearly identical
KilzKettle Black
Kettle Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Plot Twist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flapper Dance
Behr
Nearly identical
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nightfall
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brush Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Iron Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soothing Sapphire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soothing Sapphire
#48545D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#565982
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soothing Sapphire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soothing Sapphire 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 Soothing Sapphire.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soothing Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soothing Sapphire have?
Soothing Sapphire 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 Soothing Sapphire in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soothing Sapphire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soothing Sapphire are Kettle Black by Kilz (a near-identical match), Vermont Slate by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Plot Twist by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soothing Sapphire'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 Soothing Sapphire?
Soothing Sapphire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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