Dragonfly PPU12-03 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #72908E, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Avalon from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #72908E · PPU12-03
Dragonfly
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dragonfly Technical Profile
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Dragonfly in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dragonfly in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDragonfly
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAvalon
Avalon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Villa Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peacock Plume
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Miracle Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pale Emerald
Kilz
Very similar
Miracle Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aspen Hush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Green Granite
PPG
Very similar
Mapped Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dragonfly
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dragonfly
#72908E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dragonfly
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dragonfly 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 Dragonfly.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dragonfly — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dragonfly have?
Dragonfly 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 Dragonfly in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dragonfly from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dragonfly are Avalon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fort Pierce Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Villa Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dragonfly'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 Dragonfly?
Dragonfly has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.5, 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 Dragonfly's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.