Approaching Dusk ICC-103 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8B97A5, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoke Grey from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B97A5 · ICC-103
Approaching Dusk
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Approaching Dusk Technical Profile
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Approaching Dusk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Approaching Dusk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrApproaching Dusk
Nearly identical
PPGSmoke Grey
Smoke Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Canadian Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blissful Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Oxford Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Overcast Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Overcast Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Dried Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Monument Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Approaching Dusk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Approaching Dusk
#8B97A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Approaching Dusk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Approaching Dusk 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Approaching Dusk.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Approaching Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Approaching Dusk have?
Approaching Dusk by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Approaching Dusk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Approaching Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Approaching Dusk are Smoke Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Canadian Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Coast Of Maine by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Approaching Dusk'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 Approaching Dusk?
Approaching Dusk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Approaching Dusk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.