Chimney PPU25-22 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A5257, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vermont Slate from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A5257 · PPU25-22
Chimney
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chimney Technical Profile
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Chimney in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chimney in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChimney
Nearly identical
Vista PaintVermont Slate
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chimney Smoke
Valspar
Nearly identical
Midnight Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
High Salute
PPG
Nearly identical
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cover of Night
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chimney
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chimney
#4A5257
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#555A7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chimney
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chimney 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 Chimney.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chimney — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chimney have?
Chimney by Behr has a neutral 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 Chimney in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chimney from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chimney are Vermont Slate by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Vermont Slate by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Chimney Smoke by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chimney'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 Chimney?
Chimney has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.2, 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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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 Chimney's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.