Wright Midnight FLLW36 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #404149, estimated LRV 5 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Abyss from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #404149 · FLLW36
Wright Midnight
5%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Wright Midnight Technical Profile
HEX Code#404149
RGB64, 65, 73
Estimated LRV5.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Wright Midnight
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wright Midnight
#404149
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5A4B71
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wright Midnight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wright Midnight 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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Wright Midnight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wright Midnight have?
Wright Midnight by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Wright Midnight from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wright Midnight are Abyss by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Mackintosh Midnight by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Downing Street by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Wright Midnight'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 Wright Midnight?
Wright Midnight has a estimated lightness value of 5.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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