Flint Gray PPU26-05 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8F9395, estimated LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heather Gray from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8F9395 · PPU26-05
Flint Gray
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Flint Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#8F9395
RGB143, 147, 149
Estimated LRV28.9
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 Flint Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flint Gray
#8F9395
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flint Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flint 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
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Flint Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flint Gray have?
Flint Gray 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 Flint Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flint Gray are Heather Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Dark Sterling by Kilz (a close digital match), Deep Silver by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Flint 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 Flint Gray?
Flint Gray has a estimated lightness value of 28.9, 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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