Approaching Dusk ICC-103 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8B97A5, estimated 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.
Behr · #8B97A5 · ICC-103
Approaching Dusk
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Approaching Dusk Technical Profile
HEX Code#8B97A5
RGB139, 151, 165
Estimated LRV30.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#8995A1
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Colors That Work With Approaching Dusk
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Approaching Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Approaching Dusk are Smoke Grey by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Approaching Dusk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.