Ancestral PPU24-05 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #71706C, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hulett Ore from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #71706C · PPU24-05
Ancestral
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ancestral Technical Profile
HEX Code#71706C
RGB113, 112, 108
Estimated LRV16.2
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Ancestral
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancestral
#71706C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92A070
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancestral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancestral Room Palettes
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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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Ancestral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancestral have?
Ancestral by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Ancestral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancestral are Hulett Ore by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Shadow Dance by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Grey Hearth by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ancestral'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 Ancestral?
Ancestral has a estimated lightness value of 16.2, 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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