Winter Sky Grey 70BG 40/050 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A1ACB2, estimated LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pike's Peak Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A1ACB2 · 70BG 40/050
Winter Sky Grey
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Winter Sky Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1ACB2
RGB161, 172, 178
Estimated LRV40.3
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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Colors That Work With Winter Sky Grey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Sky Grey
#A1ACB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Sky Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Sky Grey 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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Winter Sky Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Sky Grey have?
Winter Sky Grey 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 Winter Sky Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Sky Grey are Pike's Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Solitude by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pilgrim Haze by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Winter Sky Grey'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 Winter Sky Grey?
Winter Sky Grey has a estimated lightness value of 40.3, 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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