Harmonious PPU13-12 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9BB5B8, estimated 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.
Behr · #9BB5B8 · PPU13-12
Harmonious
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Harmonious Technical Profile
HEX Code#9BB5B8
RGB155, 181, 184
Estimated LRV43.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Harmonious
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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
Digital 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
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Harmonious — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harmonious have?
Harmonious by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Harmonious from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harmonious are Buxton Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Powder Mill by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Colorado Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Harmonious's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.