Harmonious PPU13-12 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9BB5B8, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buxton Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9BB5B8 · PPU13-12
Harmonious
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Harmonious Technical Profile
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Harmonious in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Harmonious in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHarmonious
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBuxton Blue
Buxton Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Powder Mill
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue By You
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Juniper
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bulfinch Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Windswept Clouds
Valspar
Nearly identical
Water .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Bulfinch Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aqua‐Sphere
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grayed Aqua
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Harmonious
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harmonious
#9BB5B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8595AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harmonious
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harmonious 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 Harmonious.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Harmonious — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harmonious have?
Harmonious by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Harmonious in your own space before committing.
What colors match Harmonious from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harmonious are Buxton Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Powder Mill by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Colorado Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Harmonious'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 Harmonious?
Harmonious has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.5, 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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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 Harmonious's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.