Amazing Gray → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Amazing Gray (SW 7044), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Amazing Gray
If you love Sherwin Williams Amazing 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.
Amazing Gray (SW 7044) is a medium greige with warm greige undertones. A rich medium greige with balanced warm undertones. Darker and more substantial than Agreeable Gray. Makes a statement without being dark. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 47) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Amazing 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 Cool Concrete (PPG0997-3) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Cool Concrete is the closest PPG option at LRV 46. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Amazing Gray
Cool Concrete is the closest PPG option at LRV 46. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison.
| Amazing Gray | Cool Concrete | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 47 | 46 |
| Hex | #BFB7AD | #BDBAB5 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Cool Neutral Gray |
| Family | Greige | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Amazing Gray has warm greige undertones. A rich medium greige with balanced warm undertones. Darker and more substantial than Agreeable Gray. Makes a statement without being dark.
Cool Concrete has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, cool-leaning mid-tone gray. PPG's most popular true gray. Clean and modern without strong color pulls. The kind of gray that designers love because it stays gray in virtually all conditions.
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. Amazing Gray's warm greige quality may read differently than Cool Concrete's cool neutral 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
Amazing Gray in Your Room
Reads as a warm, sophisticated medium neutral in most rooms. The beige warmth is consistent. Works well in rooms with both warm and cool lighting.
Cool Concrete in Your Room
Stays remarkably neutral. Does not pull pink, green, or purple the way many grays do. In warm light, it reads as a balanced gray. In cool light, it stays clean. One of the more predictable grays available.
LRV and Brightness
Amazing Gray has an LRV of 47, while Cool Concrete has an LRV of 46. 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 Amazing Gray
Sherwin Williams recommends Amazing Gray for: living room, bedroom, dining room, office, hallway. With an LRV of 47, 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.
Cool Concrete is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, office, hallway, 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.
Amazing Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Amazing Gray (SW 7044) is Cool Concrete (PPG0997-3) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Cool Concrete is the closest PPG option at LRV 46. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. 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. Amazing Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 47. Cool Concrete is a PPG color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 46. 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.