Zeus 7744 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #99907E, LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #99907E · 7744
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28%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Zeus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Zeus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsZeus
Nearly identical
BehrSmokey Tan
Smokey Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Utility Wear
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dusty Cobblestone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Canyon Floor Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Good Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Raccoon Hollow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Nearly identical
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Whipcord
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Zeus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zeus
#99907E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zeus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zeus 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 Zeus.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Zeus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zeus have?
Zeus 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 Zeus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Zeus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zeus are Smokey Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Stone Cottage by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Utility Wear by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Zeus'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 Zeus?
Zeus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.2, 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 Zeus's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.