Special Delivery 1037-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A5B2B7, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yreka! from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5B2B7 · 1037-3
Special Delivery
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Special Delivery in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Special Delivery in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSpecial Delivery
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsYreka!
Yreka!
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Porch Ceiling
Behr
Nearly identical
Stardew
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
French Toile
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hibernate
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bali Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Special Delivery
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Special Delivery
#A5B2B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Special Delivery
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Special Delivery 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 Special Delivery.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Special Delivery — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Special Delivery have?
Special Delivery 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 Special Delivery in your own space before committing.
What colors match Special Delivery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Special Delivery are Yreka! by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Porch Ceiling by Behr (a near-identical match), Stardew by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Special Delivery'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 Special Delivery?
Special Delivery has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Special Delivery's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.