Thunderbird 1021-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8C7B6C, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Medium Roast from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8C7B6C · 1021-5
Thunderbird
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thunderbird Technical Profile
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Thunderbird in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thunderbird in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGThunderbird
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMedium Roast
Medium Roast
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Road Less-Travelled
Behr
Nearly identical
Virtual Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Milk Chocolate
Valspar
Nearly identical
Davenport Tan
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thunderbird
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thunderbird
#8C7B6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABA980
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thunderbird
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thunderbird — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunderbird have?
Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thunderbird from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunderbird are Medium Roast by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Road Less-Travelled by Behr (a near-identical match), Virtual Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Thunderbird'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 Thunderbird?
Thunderbird has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.8, 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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Why Thunderbird's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.