Wrought Iron → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron (2124-10), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Wrought Iron
If you love Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron 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.
Wrought Iron (2124-10) is a dark black with warm charcoal-green undertones. A dark, complex near-black with warm charcoal undertones. Softer than a true black, with depth that changes with light. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 6.16) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Wrought Iron 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 Porpoise Alt (PPG0997-7) with a Delta E of 5, which is a "good match" level match. Dark Ash is similar in depth but cooler. Wrought Iron's warmth is what sets it apart. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Wrought Iron
Dark Ash is similar in depth but cooler. Wrought Iron's warmth is what sets it apart.
| Wrought Iron | Porpoise Alt | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 6.16 | 16 |
| Hex | #484844 | #817E7A |
| Undertone | Warm Charcoal-Green | Warm Dark Ash |
| Family | Black | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Wrought Iron has warm charcoal-green undertones. A dark, complex near-black with warm charcoal undertones. Softer than a true black, with depth that changes with light.
Porpoise Alt has warm dark ash undertones. A warm, dark ash gray. Between Up In Smoke and Thunderstorm. The warm brown gives it earthy character at a dark depth.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Wrought Iron's warm charcoal-green quality may read differently than Porpoise Alt's warm dark ash character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Wrought Iron in Your Room
In direct light, you can see its warm green-gray character. In dim rooms, it reads as a sophisticated soft black. More interesting than a flat black.
Porpoise Alt in Your Room
Warm and grounding. In bright rooms, a warm dark gray. In dim rooms, approaching charcoal.
LRV and Brightness
Wrought Iron has an LRV of 6.16, while Porpoise Alt has an LRV of 16. That means Porpoise Alt reflects more light. If you switch from Wrought Iron to Porpoise Alt, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Wrought Iron
Benjamin Moore recommends Wrought Iron for: front door, accent wall, cabinets, exterior trim, shutters. With an LRV of 6.16, this is a dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Porpoise Alt is recommended for: accent wall, exterior, cabinets, office, front door. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Wrought Iron (2124-10) is Porpoise Alt (PPG0997-7) with a Delta E of 5, which rates as a "good match" match. Dark Ash is similar in depth but cooler. Wrought Iron's warmth is what sets it apart. 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. Wrought Iron is a Benjamin Moore color with warm charcoal-green undertones and an LRV of 6.16. Porpoise Alt is a PPG color with warm dark ash undertones and an LRV of 16. With a Delta E of 5, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. 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 5, 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.