Sylvan 1032-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #979381, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taiga from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #979381 · 1032-4
Sylvan
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sylvan Technical Profile
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Sylvan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sylvan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSylvan
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTaiga
Taiga
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Canal Street
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Squirrel'S Tail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sweet Carolina
Valspar
Nearly identical
Milk Thistle
Behr
Nearly identical
Rock Wall
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sylvan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sylvan
#979381
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sylvan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sylvan 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 Sylvan.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sylvan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sylvan have?
Sylvan 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 Sylvan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sylvan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sylvan are Taiga by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sage Mountain by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Canal Street by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sylvan'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 Sylvan?
Sylvan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sylvan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.