Dill Seed PPU9-20 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B3B197, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Photo Gray from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3B197 · PPU9-20
Dill Seed
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Dill Seed in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dill Seed in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDill Seed
Nearly identical
PPGPhoto Gray
Photo Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Trinity Islands
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cheyenne Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Almost Sage
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Oakmoss
Valspar
Very similar
Glass .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Historic Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Speckled Shell
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Dill Seed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dill Seed
#B3B197
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dill Seed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dill Seed 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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Dill Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dill Seed have?
Dill Seed by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dill Seed in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dill Seed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dill Seed are Photo Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), French Gray by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Sage by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dill Seed'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 Dill Seed?
Dill Seed has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dill Seed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.