Volcanic Ash 1012-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6F7678, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deco Gray from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6F7678 · 1012-6
Volcanic Ash
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Volcanic Ash Technical Profile
HEX Code#6F7678
RGB111, 118, 120
Estimated LRV17.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Volcanic Ash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Volcanic Ash
#6F7678
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7683A4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Volcanic Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Volcanic Ash 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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Volcanic Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Volcanic Ash have?
Volcanic Ash by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Volcanic Ash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Volcanic Ash are Deco Gray by Valspar (a close digital match), Battleship Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Rhinoceros by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Volcanic Ash'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 Volcanic Ash?
Volcanic Ash has a estimated lightness value of 17.7, 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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