Great Graphite PPU24-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A5A6A1, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hazy Stratus from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5A6A1 · PPU24-18
Great Graphite
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Great Graphite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Great Graphite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGreat Graphite
Nearly identical
ValsparHazy Stratus
Hazy Stratus
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gray Matters
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Platinum Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stepping Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Titanic Grey
Vista Paint
Very similar
Shark Fin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Great Graphite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Great Graphite
#A5A6A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Great Graphite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Great Graphite 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 Great Graphite.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Great Graphite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Great Graphite have?
Great Graphite by Behr has a neutral 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 Great Graphite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Great Graphite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Great Graphite are Hazy Stratus by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gray Matters by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Weatherworn Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Great Graphite'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 Great Graphite?
Great Graphite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.8, 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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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 Great Graphite's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.