Atmospheric PPU12-15 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #899698, estimated LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #899698 · PPU12-15
Atmospheric
29%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Atmospheric Technical Profile
HEX Code#899698
RGB137, 150, 152
Estimated LRV29.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#8A9597
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Colors That Work With Atmospheric
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Atmospheric
#899698
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Atmospheric
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Atmospheric 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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Atmospheric — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Atmospheric have?
Atmospheric by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Atmospheric from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Atmospheric are Silver Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Brewster Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pools of Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Atmospheric'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 Atmospheric?
Atmospheric has a estimated lightness value of 29.4, 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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