Atmospheric PPU12-15 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #899698, 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.
Ref. #899698 · PPU12-15
Atmospheric
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Atmospheric Technical Profile
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Atmospheric in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Atmospheric in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAtmospheric
Nearly identical
RALSilver Grey
Silver Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Brewster Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pools of Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Skyscraper
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grayed Foundry
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gray Flannel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Standish Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Nocturnal Creek
PPG
Very similar
Cadet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Downpour
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Atmospheric
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Atmospheric.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Atmospheric — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Atmospheric have?
Atmospheric by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Atmospheric in your own space before committing.
What colors match Atmospheric from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Atmospheric are Silver Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Brewster Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pools of Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Atmospheric's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.