Dover Gray → Behr
The closest Behr matches for PPG Dover Gray (PPG0998-5), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Dover Gray
If you love PPG Dover Gray but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Dover Gray (PPG0998-5) is a medium-dark gray with warm medium gray undertones. A warm, medium gray named for the famous English cliffs. Warmer than Cool Concrete, lighter than Up In Smoke. A substantial, grounding neutral. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 28) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dover Gray and every Behr 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 Behr match for Dover Gray. Pewter Tray (PPU18-14-2) comes in with a Delta E of 2.2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Pewter Tray is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Dover Gray
Pewter Tray is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Dover Gray | Pewter Tray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 28 | 27 |
| Hex | #A29F99 | #A19F9B |
| Undertone | Warm Medium Gray | Cool Pewter Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Dover Gray has warm medium gray undertones. A warm, medium gray named for the famous English cliffs. Warmer than Cool Concrete, lighter than Up In Smoke. A substantial, grounding neutral.
Pewter Tray has cool pewter gray undertones. A cool, pewter-toned mid-tone gray. Clean and balanced. Between Evening Hush and Pewter Mug in 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. Dover Gray's warm medium gray quality may read differently than Pewter Tray's cool pewter gray 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
Dover Gray in Your Room
Warm and balanced. In bright rooms, a warm medium gray. In dim rooms, grounding warmth.
Pewter Tray in Your Room
Cool and neutral. Reads as a balanced gray. Does not pull warm or cool strongly.
LRV and Brightness
Dover Gray has an LRV of 28, while Pewter Tray has an LRV of 27. 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 Dover Gray
PPG recommends Dover Gray for: living room, bedroom, exterior, office, accent wall. With an LRV of 28, 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.
Pewter Tray is recommended for: bathroom, office, hallway, bedroom, living room. 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.
Dover Gray in Other Brands
Looking for Dover Gray equivalents in other brands besides Behr? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Dover Gray (PPG0998-5) is Pewter Tray (PPU18-14-2) with a Delta E of 2.2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Pewter Tray is the closest Behr option. 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. Dover Gray is a PPG color with warm medium gray undertones and an LRV of 28. Pewter Tray is a Behr color with cool pewter gray undertones and an LRV of 27. With a Delta E of 2.2, 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 2.2, 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.