Elephant Skin PPU18-16 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #97928C, estimated LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lazy Afternoon from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #97928C · PPU18-16
Elephant Skin
29%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Elephant Skin Technical Profile
HEX Code#97928C
RGB151, 146, 140
Estimated LRV29.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#97928B
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Colors That Work With Elephant Skin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elephant Skin
#97928C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elephant Skin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elephant Skin Room Palettes
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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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Elephant Skin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elephant Skin have?
Elephant Skin by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Elephant Skin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elephant Skin are Lazy Afternoon by PPG (a close digital match), Urban Chateau by Kilz (a close digital match), Hazy Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Elephant Skin'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 Elephant Skin?
Elephant Skin has a estimated lightness value of 29.0, 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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