Passive → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Sherwin Williams Passive (SW 7064), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Passive
If you love Sherwin Williams Passive 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.
Passive (SW 7064) is a light gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, cool-leaning gray with minimal undertone. One of SW's most truly neutral grays. Less warm than Repose, less cool than some blue-grays. 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 Passive 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 good news: there is a strong PPG match for Passive. Silver Screen (PPG0997-2) comes in with a Delta E of 2.3, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Silver Screen is the closest PPG option at LRV 58. Very close match.
PPG Matches for Passive
Silver Screen is the closest PPG option at LRV 58. Very close match.
| Passive | Silver Screen | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 60 | 58 |
| Hex | #CBCBC8 | #CDCBC7 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Cool Silver-Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Passive has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, cool-leaning gray with minimal undertone. One of SW's most truly neutral grays. Less warm than Repose, less cool than some blue-grays.
Silver Screen has cool silver-gray undertones. A cool, silvery light gray. Clean and modern with a polished quality. The silver character gives it a more refined feel than most grays. PPG's popular choice for contemporary bathrooms and bedrooms.
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
Passive in Your Room
Reads as a clean, balanced gray in most rooms. In warm light, it stays neutral without pulling warm. In cool light, it can feel slightly cool. Very versatile.
Silver Screen in Your Room
The silver quality shows best in rooms with natural light. Under warm light, it reads as a balanced gray. Under cool light, the silver character is more apparent. Clean and sophisticated.
LRV and Brightness
Passive has an LRV of 60, while Silver Screen has an LRV of 58. 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 Passive
Sherwin Williams recommends Passive for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, hallway, office. 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.
Silver Screen is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, 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.
Passive in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Passive (SW 7064) is Silver Screen (PPG0997-2) with a Delta E of 2.3, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Silver Screen is the closest PPG option at LRV 58. 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. Passive is a Sherwin Williams color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 60. Silver Screen is a PPG color with cool silver-gray undertones and an LRV of 58. With a Delta E of 2.3, 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 2.3, 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 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.