Ref. #797275 · PPU17-18
Echo
17%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Echo Technical Profile
What color is Echo? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #797275. Colors similar to Echo include Sherwin-Williams Grapy, RAL Platinum Grey, MPC Violet Kohl. Echo has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Echo creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Echo pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Echo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Echo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Echo
#797275
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A57C79
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Echo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Echo 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 Echo.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Echo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Echo have?
Echo by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Echo from other brands?
The closest matches are Grapy by Sherwin-Williams (#786E70), Platinum Grey by RAL (#7F7679), Violet Kohl by MPC (#7E767B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Echo?
Echo has an LRV of 17.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Echo's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.