Light French Gray 720E-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9DCD9, estimated LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Julep Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C9DCD9 · 720E-2
Light French Gray
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Light French Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9DCD9
RGB201, 220, 217
Estimated LRV61.0
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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#C7DBD9
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Colors That Work With Light French Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light French Gray
#C9DCD9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859FAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light French Gray
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light French 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
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Light French Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light French Gray have?
Light French Gray by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Light French Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Light French Gray are Julep Green by PPG (a close digital match), Silver Spruce by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Aquatic Edge by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Light French 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 Light French Gray?
Light French Gray has a estimated lightness value of 61.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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