Elemental Gray PPU26-06 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A0A09F, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Diamond Heights from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0A09F · PPU26-06
Elemental Gray
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elemental Gray Technical Profile
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Elemental Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elemental Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrElemental Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDiamond Heights
Diamond Heights
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnished Blade
PPG
Nearly identical
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Storm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Sleepy Kitten
Valspar
Nearly identical
Middle Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bedrock
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Serving Platter
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elemental Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elemental Gray
#A0A09F
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 Elemental Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elemental Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elemental Gray have?
Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elemental Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elemental Gray are Diamond Heights by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Burnished Blade by PPG (a near-identical match), Smoky Tone by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elemental Gray'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 Elemental Gray?
Elemental Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.1, 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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Related Reading
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 Elemental Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.