Classic Silver PPU18-11 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B9B9B5, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Granite from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9B9B5 · PPU18-11
Classic Silver
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Classic Silver Technical Profile
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Classic Silver in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Silver in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClassic Silver
Nearly identical
PPGFresh Granite
Fresh Granite
PPG
Nearly identical
Fair-Minded Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Zephyr
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rand Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Clouds
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coventry Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Urban Sunrise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Chalice
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Streamlined Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Silver
#B9B9B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Silver 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 Classic Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Silver have?
Classic Silver 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 Classic Silver in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Silver from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Silver are Fresh Granite by PPG (a near-identical match), Fair-Minded Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Zephyr by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic Silver'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 Classic Silver?
Classic Silver has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.3, 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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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 Classic Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.