Smoky Wings 0553 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #B3ADA8, LRV 42 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slate Pebble from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3ADA8 · 0553
Smoky Wings
42%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoky Wings Technical Profile
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Smoky Wings in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Wings in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSmoky Wings
Nearly identical
PPGSlate Pebble
Slate Pebble
PPG
Nearly identical
Warm Pewter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smoky Wings
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Classic
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone Harbor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rocky Bluffs
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dove'S Cry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sultry Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Postcard
Kilz
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Wings
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Wings
#B3ADA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Wings
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Wings 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Wings — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Wings have?
Smoky Wings by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 Smoky Wings in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Wings from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Wings are Slate Pebble by PPG (a near-identical match), Warm Pewter by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Smoky Wings by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoky Wings'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 Smoky Wings?
Smoky Wings has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Wings's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.