Alpaca 7022 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CCC5BD, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Centuryed Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCC5BD · 7022
Alpaca
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Alpaca Technical Profile
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Alpaca in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alpaca in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAlpaca
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCenturyed Gray
Centuryed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sheepskin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fossil Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wheat Bread
Behr
Nearly identical
Sheepskin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wish
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Heritage Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alpaca
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alpaca
#CCC5BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alpaca
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alpaca 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Alpaca.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alpaca — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alpaca have?
Alpaca by Sherwin-Williams 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 Alpaca in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alpaca from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alpaca are Centuryed Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Silvered by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sheepskin by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alpaca'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 Alpaca?
Alpaca has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Alpaca's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.