Thunderstruck PPG1000-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7C7366, 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.
Ref. #7C7366 · PPG1000-6
Thunderstruck
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thunderstruck Technical Profile
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Thunderstruck in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thunderstruck in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGThunderstruck
Nearly identical
BehrAged Olive
Aged Olive
Behr
Nearly identical
Carriage Stone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tankard Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fairview Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hooting Owl
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shaggy Dog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Olive Sawdust
Valspar
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thunderstruck
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Thunderstruck.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thunderstruck — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thunderstruck have?
Thunderstruck 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 Thunderstruck in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thunderstruck from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thunderstruck are Aged Olive by Behr (a near-identical match), Carriage Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Tankard Gray by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Thunderstruck's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.