Whirlwind 1013-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BEC0C2, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lazy Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BEC0C2 · 1013-3
Whirlwind
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whirlwind Technical Profile
HEX Code#BEC0C2
RGB190, 192, 194
Estimated LRV52.5
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 Whirlwind
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Lazy Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#BEC1C3
Close digital match
Elephant Trunk
Dutch Boy
#BBBEBF
Close digital match
Foil
Dunn-Edwards
#C0C3C4
Close digital match
Rocky Shelter
Valspar
#C0C2C2
Close digital match
Platinum Ring
Kilz
#BCC1C3
Close digital match
French Silver
Behr
#B8BCBE
Close digital match
Agate Grey
RAL
#C3C3C3
Close digital match
Thundercloud Gray
Benjamin Moore
#B9BEC1
Close digital match
Prairie Smoke
Vista Paint
#BABDBC
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Hirshfield's
#B7BBBB
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Farrow & Ball
#CCC8CE
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Colors That Work With Whirlwind
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whirlwind
#BEC0C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whirlwind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whirlwind 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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Whirlwind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whirlwind have?
Whirlwind 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 Whirlwind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whirlwind are Lazy Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Elephant Trunk by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Foil by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Whirlwind'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 Whirlwind?
Whirlwind has a estimated lightness value of 52.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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