Creek Stone → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Behr Creek Stone (PPU7-05), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Creek Stone
If you love Behr Creek Stone but need a PPG alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers PPG, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Creek Stone (PPU7-05) is a medium-dark beige with warm creek stone undertones. A warm, earthy stone beige at medium-dark depth. Deeper than Stone Creek, with more grounding presence. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 33) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Creek Stone and every PPG color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest PPG option is Gray Beige (PPG1024-5) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Gray Beige is the closest PPG option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Creek Stone
Gray Beige is the closest PPG option. Similar character.
| Creek Stone | Gray Beige | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 33 | 32 |
| Hex | #AEA598 | #AAA398 |
| Undertone | Warm Creek Stone | Warm Deep Greige |
| Family | Beige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Creek Stone has warm creek stone undertones. A warm, earthy stone beige at medium-dark depth. Deeper than Stone Creek, with more grounding presence.
Gray Beige has warm deep greige undertones. A warm, deep greige with earthy undertones. PPG's answer to the medium-depth greige trend. More substantial than Transcend, with grounding warmth that makes rooms feel anchored.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Creek Stone in Your Room
Warm and earthy. A solid warm neutral at a useful medium-dark depth.
Gray Beige in Your Room
The warm greige is rich and grounding. In bright rooms, it reads as a warm, earthy neutral. In dim rooms, the depth provides cozy intimacy.
LRV and Brightness
Creek Stone has an LRV of 33, while Gray Beige has an LRV of 32. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Creek Stone
Behr recommends Creek Stone for: living room, accent wall, exterior, dining room, office. With an LRV of 33, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Gray Beige is recommended for: living room, dining room, accent wall, office, bedroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Gray Beige in the same rooms you planned for Creek Stone.
Creek Stone in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Creek Stone (PPU7-05) is Gray Beige (PPG1024-5) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Gray Beige is the closest PPG option. Similar character. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Creek Stone is a Behr color with warm creek stone undertones and an LRV of 33. Gray Beige is a PPG color with warm deep greige undertones and an LRV of 32. With a Delta E of 3.7, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.7, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.