Thunderbolt 10-06 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7C8783, estimated LRV 23 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Night Train from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7C8783 · 10-06
Thunderbolt
23%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Thunderbolt Technical Profile
HEX Code#7C8783
RGB124, 135, 131
Estimated LRV23.3
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Thunderbolt
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thunderbolt
#7C8783
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A8AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thunderbolt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thunderbolt 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
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Thunderbolt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunderbolt have?
Thunderbolt by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Thunderbolt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunderbolt are Night Train by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Smoky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Enchanted Eve by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Thunderbolt'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 Thunderbolt?
Thunderbolt has a estimated lightness value of 23.3, 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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