Dragonfly PPU12-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #72908D, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Avalon from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #72908D · PPU12-3
Dragonfly
25%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
Aspen Hush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Northern Green Woods
PPG
Very similar
Miracle Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Miracle Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Cast
Kilz
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
#72908D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859DAD
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), Mountain by Benjamin Moore (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 25.4, 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 Dragonfly's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.