Sophisticated Navy 30BB 10/075 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #525966, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mineral Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #525966 · 30BB 10/075
Sophisticated Navy
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sophisticated Navy Technical Profile
HEX Code#525966
RGB82, 89, 102
Estimated LRV9.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Sophisticated Navy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sophisticated Navy
#525966
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#655E8D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sophisticated Navy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sophisticated Navy 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
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Sophisticated Navy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sophisticated Navy have?
Sophisticated Navy by PPG has a neutral 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 Sophisticated Navy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sophisticated Navy are Mineral Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Evening Dove by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ball Gown by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sophisticated Navy'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 Sophisticated Navy?
Sophisticated Navy has a estimated lightness value of 9.9, 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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