Barnwood Gray → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Valspar Barnwood Gray (VR082H), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Barnwood Gray
If you love Valspar Barnwood 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 Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Barnwood Gray (VR082H) is a medium-dark gray with warm barnwood undertones. A warm, dark gray with the weathered quality of old barn wood. Organic and aged. Deeper than Tempered Gray. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 20) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Barnwood 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 good news: there is a strong PPG match for Barnwood Gray. Flintstone (PPG0997-5) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Flintstone is the closest PPG option. Very close match.
PPG Matches for Barnwood Gray
Flintstone is the closest PPG option. Very close match.
| Barnwood Gray | Flintstone | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 20 | 20 |
| Hex | #94908A | #928F8A |
| Undertone | Warm Barnwood | Warm Flint Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Barnwood Gray has warm barnwood undertones. A warm, dark gray with the weathered quality of old barn wood. Organic and aged. Deeper than Tempered Gray.
Flintstone has warm flint gray undertones. A warm, dark gray with the strike-ready quality of flintstone. Deeper than Dover Gray, lighter than Sharkskin. Grounding and purposeful.
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. Barnwood Gray's warm barnwood quality may read differently than Flintstone's warm flint 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
Barnwood Gray in Your Room
Warm and weathered. In bright rooms, the warm brown-gray shows. In dim rooms, a warm dark neutral.
Flintstone in Your Room
Warm and substantial. In bright rooms, a warm dark gray. In dim rooms, approaching charcoal.
LRV and Brightness
Barnwood Gray has an LRV of 20, while Flintstone has an LRV of 20. 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 Barnwood Gray
Valspar recommends Barnwood Gray for: accent wall, exterior, cabinets, front door, office. With an LRV of 20, this is a medium-dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Flintstone is recommended for: accent wall, exterior, cabinets, office, bathroom vanity. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Flintstone in the same rooms you planned for Barnwood Gray.
Barnwood Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Barnwood Gray (VR082H) is Flintstone (PPG0997-5) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Flintstone is the closest PPG 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. Barnwood Gray is a Valspar color with warm barnwood undertones and an LRV of 20. Flintstone is a PPG color with warm flint gray undertones and an LRV of 20. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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, 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.