Superhero Gray PPG0993-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #838B92, LRV 25 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Telegrey 2 from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #838B92 · PPG0993-5
Superhero Gray
25%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Superhero Gray Technical Profile
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Superhero Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Superhero Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSuperhero Gray
Nearly identical
RALTelegrey 2
Telegrey 2
RAL
Nearly identical
Overcast
Behr
Nearly identical
December Nights
Kilz
Very similar
Sharkfin
Valspar
Very similar
Stone Age
Vista Paint
Very similar
Serious Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Alloy Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Silver
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Weathered Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Superhero Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Superhero Gray
#838B92
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8586AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Superhero Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Superhero Gray 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 Superhero Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Superhero Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Superhero Gray have?
Superhero Gray by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Superhero Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Superhero Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Superhero Gray are Telegrey 2 by RAL (a near-identical match), Overcast by Behr (a near-identical match), December Nights by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Superhero Gray'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 Superhero Gray?
Superhero Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.4, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Superhero Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.