Wandering Willow 1031-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A6A897, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Sage from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6A897 · 1031-3
Wandering Willow
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wandering Willow Technical Profile
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Wandering Willow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wandering Willow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWandering Willow
Nearly identical
BehrSimply Sage
Simply Sage
Behr
Nearly identical
Frosted Fern
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Green Tea Leaves
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whale Watching
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oil Cloth
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Summer Haven
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wandering Willow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wandering Willow
#A6A897
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wandering Willow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wandering Willow 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
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wandering Willow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wandering Willow have?
Wandering Willow 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 Wandering Willow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wandering Willow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wandering Willow are Simply Sage by Behr (a near-identical match), Frosted Fern by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Green Tea Leaves by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wandering Willow'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 Wandering Willow?
Wandering Willow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wandering Willow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.