Agreeable Gray → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Agreeable Gray
If you love Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray 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 Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is a light greige with warm greige undertones. The quintessential greige. Balanced between gray and beige with warm undertones that keep it from feeling cold. One of the most popular paint colors in America for good reason. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 60) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Agreeable Gray 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 Whiskers (PPG1025-3) with a Delta E of 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Whiskers is a strong PPG equivalent. Both are warm, balanced greiges that play well with everything. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Agreeable Gray
Whiskers is a strong PPG equivalent. Both are warm, balanced greiges that play well with everything.
| Agreeable Gray | Whiskers | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 60 | 62 |
| Hex | #D1CBC1 | #D4CEC3 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Warm Light Greige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Agreeable Gray has warm greige undertones. The quintessential greige. Balanced between gray and beige with warm undertones that keep it from feeling cold. One of the most popular paint colors in America for good reason.
Whiskers has warm light greige undertones. A light, warm greige with a soft, approachable quality. PPG's most popular neutral. Lighter than a true greige, warmer than a white, it sits in the sweet spot that makes whole-house color effortless.
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
Agreeable Gray in Your Room
Remarkably adaptable across lighting conditions. In bright light, the gray side shows more. In dim or warm light, the beige warmth comes forward. Works in virtually any room.
Whiskers in Your Room
Reads as a warm, airy neutral in most conditions. The greige undertone is subtle enough that it can function as a warm off-white in bright rooms and a light gray in dim rooms.
LRV and Brightness
Agreeable Gray has an LRV of 60, while Whiskers has an LRV of 62. 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 Agreeable Gray
Sherwin Williams recommends Agreeable Gray for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan. With an LRV of 60, this is a light color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Whiskers is recommended for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Whiskers in the same rooms you planned for Agreeable Gray.
Agreeable Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Whiskers (PPG1025-3) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Whiskers is a strong PPG equivalent. Both are warm, balanced greiges that play well with everything. 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. Agreeable Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 60. Whiskers is a PPG color with warm light greige undertones and an LRV of 62. With a Delta E of 3.4, 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 3.4, 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.