Wintery Grey 30BG 36/051 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #99A5A9, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citadel Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #99A5A9 · 30BG 36/051
Wintery Grey
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wintery Grey Technical Profile
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Wintery Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wintery Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWintery Grey
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCitadel Blue
Citadel Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rustic Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pearl Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mission Bay Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pelican Bay
Behr
Very similar
Pilgrim Haze
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Debonair
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wintery Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wintery Grey
#99A5A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wintery Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wintery 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Wintery Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wintery Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wintery Grey have?
Wintery Grey 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 Wintery Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wintery Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wintery Grey are Citadel Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Rustic Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pearl Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wintery 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 Wintery Grey?
Wintery Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.5, 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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