Stargazer 1011-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AFB4B6, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zippered Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AFB4B6 · 1011-3
Stargazer
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stargazer Technical Profile
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Stargazer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stargazer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGStargazer
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyZippered Gray
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silent Night
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Online
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silverstone
Behr
Nearly identical
Dolphin Dance
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Crestline
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stargazer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stargazer
#AFB4B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stargazer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stargazer 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 Stargazer.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stargazer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stargazer have?
Stargazer 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 Stargazer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stargazer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stargazer are Zippered Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Metropolis by Valspar (a near-identical match), Silent Night by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stargazer'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 Stargazer?
Stargazer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.1, 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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Why Stargazer's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.