Thunderstruck PPG1000-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7C7366, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aged Olive from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7C7366 · PPG1000-6
Thunderstruck
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Thunderstruck Technical Profile
HEX Code#7C7366
RGB124, 115, 102
Estimated LRV17.5
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Thunderstruck
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Aged Olive
Behr
#7E7568
Close digital match
Carriage Stone
Sherwin-Williams
#7C7466
Close digital match
Tankard Gray
Vista Paint
#7C7364
Close digital match
Fairview Taupe
Benjamin Moore
#7D7262
Close digital match
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
#7E7264
Close digital match
Hooting Owl
Dutch Boy
#7D7162
Close digital match
Shaggy Dog
Dunn-Edwards
#7F7768
Close digital match
Olive Sawdust
Valspar
#786E5E
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Walnut Shell
Kilz
#80756B
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Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
#827462
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Stone .06
Colorhouse
#746D5A
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Quartz Grey
RAL
#6C6960
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Thunderstruck
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thunderstruck
#7C7366
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EA273
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thunderstruck
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thunderstruck 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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Thunderstruck — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunderstruck have?
Thunderstruck by PPG has a neutral 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 Thunderstruck from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunderstruck are Aged Olive by Behr (a close digital match), Carriage Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Tankard Gray by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Thunderstruck'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 Thunderstruck?
Thunderstruck has a estimated lightness value of 17.5, 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 Thunderstruck's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.