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Go To Gray

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Go To Gray remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#dcd8d7

LRV

70.00

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Light Reflectance Value
70.00
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Go To Gray's Color Strip

Go To Gray is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Strip PPG1004 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Go To Gray in Real Rooms

Go To Gray has a high LRV of 70 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

1 Dining Room Photo

The color Go To Gray has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.

Go To Gray paint in a art deco dining room

Go To Gray paint in a art deco dining room

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1 Bathroom Photo

The psychology of Go To Gray in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.

Go To Gray — japandi bathroom

Go To Gray — japandi bathroom

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1 Front Door Photo

A front door painted Go To Gray makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.

stylish front door featuring Go To Gray by PPG

stylish front door featuring Go To Gray by PPG

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1 Bedroom Photo

Go To Gray creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.

A organic modern bedroom painted in Go To Gray

A organic modern bedroom painted in Go To Gray

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1 Home Office Photo

Go To Gray in a home office signals that the space was thought about. The color holds up under the scrutiny of video calls without feeling staged, and it stays comfortable across the full working day in a way that brighter colors often don't.

PPG Go To Gray in a neutral home office

PPG Go To Gray in a neutral home office

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1 Living Room Photo

The beauty of Go To Gray in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.

A organic modern living room painted in Go To Gray

A organic modern living room painted in Go To Gray

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1 Mudroom Photo

Painting mudroom cubbies and benches in Go To Gray creates a built-in look that feels like a deliberate part of the home's architecture. It turns a utilitarian storage area into a sophisticated "moment" in the house's layout.

Go To Gray paint in a neutral mudroom

Go To Gray paint in a neutral mudroom

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1 House Photo

Go To Gray is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.

Go To Gray color — maximalist house inspiration

Go To Gray color — maximalist house inspiration

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1 Patio Photo

For outdoor kitchens or bars, Go To Gray provides a professional, "indoor" level of sophistication. It bridges the gap between the comfort of the house and the ruggedness of the outdoors, making the patio feel like a true extension of the living space.

warm patio featuring Go To Gray by PPG

warm patio featuring Go To Gray by PPG

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1 Kitchen Photo

The sophisticated undertones of Go To Gray make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.

Go To Gray — vintage kitchen cabinets

Go To Gray — vintage kitchen cabinets

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Coordinating Colors

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Color Codes

HEX#dcd8d7
RGB220, 216, 215
HSL12° 7% 85%
CIE LabL: 86.6 a: 1.2 b: 1.0
XYZX: 66.33 Y: 69.23 Z: 74.15
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