Gray Heather PPU16-15 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #868791, estimated LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusked Purple from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #868791 · PPU16-15
Gray Heather
24%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gray Heather Technical Profile
HEX Code#868791
RGB134, 135, 145
Estimated LRV24.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Gray Heather
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Heather
#868791
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Heather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Heather 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 Heather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Heather have?
Gray Heather by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Heather from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Heather are Dusked Purple by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Flannel Pajamas by PPG (a very close match), Warrior by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gray Heather'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 Heather?
Gray Heather has a estimated lightness value of 24.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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