Laurel Leaf PMD-56 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #969B8B, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is California Sagebrush from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969B8B · PMD-56
Laurel Leaf
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Laurel Leaf Technical Profile
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Laurel Leaf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Laurel Leaf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLaurel Leaf
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCalifornia Sagebrush
California Sagebrush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pineview
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Eucalyptus Tree
PPG
Nearly identical
Cypress Garden
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jade Dragon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Raintree Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tuscan Olive
Valspar
Very similar
Weeping Willow
Kilz
Very similar
Everlasting Sage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Card Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Laurel Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Laurel Leaf
#969B8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8CAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Laurel Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Laurel Leaf 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 Laurel Leaf.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Laurel Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Laurel Leaf have?
Laurel Leaf by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Laurel Leaf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Laurel Leaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Laurel Leaf are California Sagebrush by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pineview by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Eucalyptus Tree by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Laurel Leaf'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 Laurel Leaf?
Laurel Leaf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.8, 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 Laurel Leaf's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.