Summer Shadow PPG0996-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5E5E5D, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Charcoal Smudge from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E5E5D · PPG0996-7
Summer Shadow
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Summer Shadow Technical Profile
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Summer Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Summer Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSummer Shadow
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCharcoal Smudge
Charcoal Smudge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Great Graphite
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shades on
Behr
Nearly identical
Forged Steel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Muted Ebony
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ambler Slate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ship'S Anchor
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Shadow
#5E5E5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#778F5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Shadow 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 Summer Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Summer Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Shadow have?
Summer Shadow 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 Summer Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Summer Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Summer Shadow are Charcoal Smudge by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Great Graphite by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Shades on by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Summer Shadow'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 Summer Shadow?
Summer Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Summer Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.