Chinchilla PPU24-03 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6A6661, estimated LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Underground from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6A6661 · PPU24-03
Chinchilla
13%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chinchilla Technical Profile
HEX Code#6A6661
RGB106, 102, 97
Estimated LRV13.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Compare alternatives to Chinchilla
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Underground
Kilz
#69655F
Close digital match
Blackened Ore
Dutch Boy
#68635E
Close digital match
Coachman's Cape
Benjamin Moore
#6B645E
Close digital match
Aromatic Cloves
Dunn-Edwards
#6D6661
Close digital match
Storm Warning
Sherwin-Williams
#696863
Close digital match
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#63615D
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#63615D
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#635F5A
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#6C6960
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#626664
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Colors That Work With Chinchilla
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinchilla
#6A6661
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#969866
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinchilla
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinchilla 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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Chinchilla — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinchilla have?
Chinchilla by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Chinchilla from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chinchilla are Underground by Kilz (a close digital match), Blackened Ore by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Coachman's Cape by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chinchilla'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 Chinchilla?
Chinchilla has a estimated lightness value of 13.4, 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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Why Chinchilla's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.