Gray Heather PPU16-15 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #868791, 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.
Ref. #868791 · PPU16-15
Gray Heather
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gray Heather Technical Profile
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Gray Heather in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Heather in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGray Heather
Very similar
Dutch BoyDusked Purple
Dusked Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Flannel Pajamas
PPG
Very similar
Warrior
Kilz
Very similar
Horseshoe
Valspar
Very similar
Shadow Mountain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Winding Road
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Irises
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Gris Morado
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Heather
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Gray Heather.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gray Heather in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Heather's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.