Granite Boulder 790D-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #ADBAA9, estimated LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sage Wisdom from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #ADBAA9 · 790D-4
Granite Boulder
42%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Granite Boulder Technical Profile
HEX Code#ADBAA9
RGB173, 186, 169
Estimated LRV42.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Granite Boulder
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Granite Boulder
#ADBAA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Granite Boulder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Granite Boulder 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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Granite Boulder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Granite Boulder have?
Granite Boulder by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Granite Boulder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Granite Boulder are Sage Wisdom by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Graceful Green by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Statue Green by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Granite Boulder'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 Granite Boulder?
Granite Boulder has a estimated lightness value of 42.0, 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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