Juniper Ash PPU12-16 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #798885, LRV 23 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apollo Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #798885 · PPU12-16
Juniper Ash
23%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Juniper Ash Technical Profile
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Juniper Ash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Juniper Ash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrJuniper Ash
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreApollo Blue
Apollo Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Portsmouth
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Thunderbolt
PPG
Nearly identical
Shadow Effect
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Taiga Spruce
Valspar
Very similar
Downpour
Kilz
Very similar
Cattails
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Smoky Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Smoky Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Juniper Ash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Juniper Ash
#798885
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A1AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Juniper Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Juniper Ash 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 Juniper Ash.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Juniper Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Juniper Ash have?
Juniper Ash by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Juniper Ash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Juniper Ash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Juniper Ash are Apollo Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Portsmouth by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Thunderbolt by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Juniper Ash'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 Juniper Ash?
Juniper Ash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.4, 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 Juniper Ash's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.