Arid Plains PPU25-07 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B6B4A9, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sensible Hue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B6B4A9 · PPU25-07
Arid Plains
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Arid Plains Technical Profile
HEX Code#B6B4A9
RGB182, 180, 169
Estimated LRV45.5
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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Colors That Work With Arid Plains
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arid Plains
#B6B4A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arid Plains
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arid Plains 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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Arid Plains — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arid Plains have?
Arid Plains 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 Arid Plains from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arid Plains are Sensible Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Allegory by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Reclaimed Wood by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Arid Plains'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 Arid Plains?
Arid Plains has a estimated lightness value of 45.5, 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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