Alligator Skin PPU9-01 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #645F49, estimated LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tea Leaf from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #645F49 · PPU9-01
Alligator Skin
11%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Alligator Skin Technical Profile
HEX Code#645F49
RGB100, 95, 73
Estimated LRV11.4
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Tea Leaf
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#66624B
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#665F4B
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Olive Court
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#5F5D48
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#5F5B43
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Colors That Work With Alligator Skin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alligator Skin
#645F49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#78865A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alligator Skin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alligator Skin Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Alligator Skin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alligator Skin have?
Alligator Skin by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Alligator Skin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alligator Skin are Tea Leaf by Kilz (a close digital match), Cardamom by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Amazon Silt by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Alligator Skin's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Alligator Skin?
Alligator Skin has a estimated lightness value of 11.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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