Aster PPU16-9 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BEB7C0, LRV 49 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is African Violet from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEB7C0 · PPU16-9
Aster
49%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Aster Technical Profile
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Aster in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aster in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAster
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAfrican Violet
African Violet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ash Grove
PPG
Nearly identical
Healing Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pocketful of Posies
Valspar
Very similar
Veiled Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Romantic Light
Vista Paint
Very similar
Heather Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Heliotrope Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aster
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aster
#BEB7C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aster
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aster 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 Aster.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aster — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aster have?
Aster 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 Aster in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aster from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aster are African Violet by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ash Grove by PPG (a near-identical match), Healing Lilac by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aster'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 Aster?
Aster has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.6, 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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Related Reading
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 Aster's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.