Hailstorm Gray PPU24-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BDBEB9, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Argos from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDBEB9 · PPU24-17
Hailstorm Gray
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hailstorm Gray Technical Profile
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Hailstorm Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hailstorm Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHailstorm Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsArgos
Argos
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Half Dome
PPG
Nearly identical
Granite Dust
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metropolitan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Streamlined Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fair-Minded Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Zephyr
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silver Chalice
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rand Moon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hailstorm Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hailstorm Gray
#BDBEB9
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 Hailstorm Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hailstorm Gray 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 Hailstorm Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hailstorm Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hailstorm Gray have?
Hailstorm Gray 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 Hailstorm Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hailstorm Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hailstorm Gray are Argos by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Half Dome by PPG (a near-identical match), Granite Dust by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hailstorm Gray'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 Hailstorm Gray?
Hailstorm Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
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 Hailstorm Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.