Environmental PPU11-09 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B0B5A1, LRV 45 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pistachio Shell from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B0B5A1 · PPU11-09
Environmental
45%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Environmental Technical Profile
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Environmental in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Environmental in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEnvironmental
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPistachio Shell
Pistachio Shell
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Foggy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sage Pond
PPG
Nearly identical
Saybrook Sage
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cascade Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Song of Nature
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Seaside Fog
Valspar
Very similar
Morning Dew
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Summer Haven
Kilz
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Glass .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Environmental
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Environmental
#B0B5A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Environmental
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Environmental 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 Environmental.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Environmental — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Environmental have?
Environmental by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Environmental in your own space before committing.
What colors match Environmental from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Environmental are Pistachio Shell by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Foggy Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sage Pond by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Environmental'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 Environmental?
Environmental has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.9, 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 Environmental's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.