Swirling Smoke 1007-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CECAC1, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apparition from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CECAC1 · 1007-2
Swirling Smoke
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Swirling Smoke Technical Profile
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Swirling Smoke in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Swirling Smoke in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSwirling Smoke
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreApparition
Apparition
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Repose Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Petrichor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tranquil Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Heritage Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Antique Sterling
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Swirling Smoke
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Swirling Smoke
#CECAC1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Swirling Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Swirling Smoke 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 Swirling Smoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Swirling Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Swirling Smoke have?
Swirling Smoke 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 Swirling Smoke in your own space before committing.
What colors match Swirling Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Swirling Smoke are Apparition by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Repose Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Vessel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Swirling Smoke'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 Swirling Smoke?
Swirling Smoke has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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