Embroidery PPU17-9 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D4BEBF, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Homespun Charm from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D4BEBF · PPU17-9
Embroidery
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Embroidery Technical Profile
HEX Code#D4BEBF
RGB212, 190, 191
Estimated LRV54.6
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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#CEBABC
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Embroidery
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Embroidery
#D4BEBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9785
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Embroidery
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Embroidery 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
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Embroidery — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Embroidery have?
Embroidery by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the red 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 Embroidery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Embroidery are Homespun Charm by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Kept Love Letters by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Winter Mauve by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Embroidery'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 Embroidery?
Embroidery has a estimated lightness value of 54.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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