Arabian Veil PPU17-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #696465, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Graphite Sketches from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #696465 · PPU17-19
Arabian Veil
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Arabian Veil Technical Profile
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Arabian Veil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Arabian Veil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrArabian Veil
Very similar
Dunn-EdwardsGraphite Sketches
Graphite Sketches
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cracked Slate
PPG
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Stunning Shade
Sherwin-Williams
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Deep Shadows
Dutch Boy
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Double Infinity
Valspar
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Space
Kilz
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Last Light
Vista Paint
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Overcoat
Benjamin Moore
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Emu
Hirshfield's
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Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arabian Veil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arabian Veil
#696465
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#997667
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arabian Veil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arabian Veil 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 Arabian Veil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Arabian Veil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arabian Veil have?
Arabian Veil by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Arabian Veil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Arabian Veil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arabian Veil are Graphite Sketches by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Cracked Slate by PPG (a very close match), Chocolate Pudding by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Arabian Veil'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 Arabian Veil?
Arabian Veil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.1, 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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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 Arabian Veil's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.