Timber Wolf → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf (1600), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Timber Wolf
If you love Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf 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 Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Timber Wolf (1600) is a medium gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, mid-tone gray with minimal undertone. Named for the wolf, it carries a quiet strength. One of BM's most reliably neutral grays. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 42.88) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Timber Wolf 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 good news: there is a strong PPG match for Timber Wolf. Online Alt (PPG0994-4) comes in with a Delta E of 2.3, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Online Alt is the closest PPG option at LRV 45. Very close match.
PPG Matches for Timber Wolf
Online Alt is the closest PPG option at LRV 45. Very close match.
| Timber Wolf | Online Alt | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 42.88 | 45 |
| Hex | #B9B7B1 | #BCBBB7 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Cool Silver Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Timber Wolf has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, mid-tone gray with minimal undertone. Named for the wolf, it carries a quiet strength. One of BM's most reliably neutral grays.
Online Alt has cool silver gray undertones. A cool silver-gray. Between Thin Ice and Cool Concrete. PPG's most balanced mid-light gray.
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
Timber Wolf in Your Room
Stays neutral in virtually all conditions. Does not pull warm, cool, pink, or green. Simply gray.
Online Alt in Your Room
Cool and balanced. A reliable neutral gray at a versatile depth.
LRV and Brightness
Timber Wolf has an LRV of 42.88, while Online Alt has an LRV of 45. 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 Timber Wolf
Benjamin Moore recommends Timber Wolf for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, living room. With an LRV of 42.88, this is a medium 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.
Online Alt is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Online Alt in the same rooms you planned for Timber Wolf.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Timber Wolf (1600) is Online Alt (PPG0994-4) with a Delta E of 2.3, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Online Alt is the closest PPG option at LRV 45. Very close match. 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. Timber Wolf is a Benjamin Moore color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 42.88. Online Alt is a PPG color with cool silver gray undertones and an LRV of 45. With a Delta E of 2.3, 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 2.3, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
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.