Knotweed QE-37 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7F7B65, estimated LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Forest from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #7F7B65 · QE-37
Knotweed
20%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Knotweed Technical Profile
HEX Code#7F7B65
RGB127, 123, 101
Estimated LRV19.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Smoky Forest
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#817D68
Close digital match
Sussex Green
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#817D65
Close digital match
Castle Moss
Dutch Boy
#807A63
Close digital match
Ironclad
Valspar
#7F7962
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#7E795E
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#817F6E
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Sherwin-Williams
#837B68
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Colors That Work With Knotweed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Knotweed
#7F7B65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#93A374
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Knotweed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Knotweed 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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Knotweed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Knotweed have?
Knotweed by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Knotweed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Knotweed are Smoky Forest by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sussex Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Castle Moss by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Knotweed'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 Knotweed?
Knotweed has a estimated lightness value of 19.6, 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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