Starless Sky PPG0995-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #3C3D3D, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Madison Avenue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #3C3D3D · PPG0995-7
Starless Sky
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Starless Sky Technical Profile
HEX Code#3C3D3D
RGB60, 61, 61
Estimated LRV4.6
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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#3C3D3D
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#3D3D3D
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#3A3B3B
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#3A3C3D
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Black Jack
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#3E3E3F
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#3E3F41
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Caviar
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#3C3E3C
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Greenblack
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#373A3A
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Colors That Work With Starless Sky
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Starless Sky
#3C3D3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#455667
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Starless Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Starless Sky 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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Starless Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Starless Sky have?
Starless Sky 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 Starless Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Starless Sky are Madison Avenue by Behr (a close digital match), Raven Black by Behr (a close digital match), True Black by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Starless Sky'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 Starless Sky?
Starless Sky has a estimated lightness value of 4.6, 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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