Letter Gray PPU24-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8F8F8B, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Phoenix Fossil from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F8F8B · PPU24-20
Letter Gray
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Letter Gray Technical Profile
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Letter Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Letter Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLetter Gray
Nearly identical
PPGPhoenix Fossil
Phoenix Fossil
PPG
Nearly identical
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stieglitz Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summit Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Approaching Storm
Kilz
Very similar
Secret
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Grey Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Relaxed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grey Suit
Valspar
Very similar
Granite Cliff
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Letter Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Letter Gray
#8F8F8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Letter Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Letter Gray 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 Letter Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Letter Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Letter Gray have?
Letter Gray by Behr has a neutral 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 Letter Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Letter Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Letter Gray are Phoenix Fossil by PPG (a near-identical match), Plummett by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Cloudy Slate by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Letter Gray'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 Letter Gray?
Letter Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.3, 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 Letter Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.