Ethiopia PPU5-6 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #968777, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flagstone from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #968777 · PPU5-6
Ethiopia
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ethiopia Technical Profile
HEX Code#968777
RGB150, 135, 119
Estimated LRV25.1
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Ethiopia
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ethiopia
#968777
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ethiopia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ethiopia 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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Ethiopia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ethiopia have?
Ethiopia by Behr has a neutral 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 Ethiopia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ethiopia are Flagstone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Beigewood by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Curio Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ethiopia'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 Ethiopia?
Ethiopia has a estimated lightness value of 25.1, 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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Why Ethiopia's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.