Gray Area 770F-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #85A0A0, estimated LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Life'S Whirlwind from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #85A0A0 · 770F-4
Gray Area
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gray Area Technical Profile
HEX Code#85A0A0
RGB133, 160, 160
Estimated LRV29.0
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 Gray Area
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Area
#85A0A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Area
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Area 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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Gray Area — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Area have?
Gray Area 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 Gray Area from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Area are Life'S Whirlwind by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), North Beach Blue by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Sea Star by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gray Area'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 Gray Area?
Gray Area has a estimated lightness value of 29.0, 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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