Woodlawn 50GY 38/042 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A3A8A3, LRV 38 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Unusual Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3A8A3 · 50GY 38/042
Woodlawn
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Woodlawn Technical Profile
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Woodlawn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Woodlawn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWoodlawn
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsUnusual Gray
Unusual Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sage Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
Sabre Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Gracious Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Titanic Grey
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Vinal Haven
Hirshfield's
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Woodlawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Woodlawn
#A3A8A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Woodlawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Woodlawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Woodlawn have?
Woodlawn by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Woodlawn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Woodlawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Woodlawn are Unusual Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sage Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Flipper by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Woodlawn'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 Woodlawn?
Woodlawn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.4, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Woodlawn's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.