Colonnade Gray → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Colonnade Gray (SW 7641), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Colonnade Gray
If you love Sherwin Williams Colonnade 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.
Colonnade Gray (SW 7641) is a medium greige with warm greige undertones. A light-medium greige with balanced warm undertones. More depth than Agreeable Gray, less yellow than Accessible Beige. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 53) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Colonnade 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 Gray Palomino (PPG1024-3-2) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Gray Palomino is close in warmth and depth. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Colonnade Gray
Gray Palomino is close in warmth and depth.
| Colonnade Gray | Gray Palomino | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 53 | 52 |
| Hex | #C8C2B8 | #C7C1B7 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Warm Greige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Colonnade Gray has warm greige undertones. A light-medium greige with balanced warm undertones. More depth than Agreeable Gray, less yellow than Accessible Beige.
Gray Palomino has warm greige undertones. A warm, balanced light greige. PPG's version of the universal greige that every brand needs. Enough gray to feel modern, enough beige to feel warm. A reliable whole-house neutral.
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
Colonnade Gray in Your Room
Versatile and balanced. Reads as a warm gray-beige in most conditions without strong color pulls.
Gray Palomino in Your Room
Balanced and predictable. The greige character reads consistently across lighting conditions. In bright rooms, the gray dominates slightly. In warm light, the beige comes forward.
LRV and Brightness
Colonnade Gray has an LRV of 53, while Gray Palomino has an LRV of 52. 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 Colonnade Gray
Sherwin Williams recommends Colonnade Gray for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan. With an LRV of 53, this is a medium 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.
Gray Palomino is recommended for: whole house, hallway, living room, bedroom, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Gray Palomino in the same rooms you planned for Colonnade Gray.
Colonnade Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Colonnade Gray (SW 7641) is Gray Palomino (PPG1024-3-2) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Gray Palomino is close in warmth and depth. 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. Colonnade Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 53. Gray Palomino is a PPG color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 52. With a Delta E of 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 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.