Lucky Bamboo PPU9-2 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #93834B, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shaded Glen from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #93834B · PPU9-2
Lucky Bamboo
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lucky Bamboo Technical Profile
HEX Code#93834B
RGB147, 131, 75
Estimated LRV22.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Lucky Bamboo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lucky Bamboo
#93834B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#93A071
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lucky Bamboo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lucky Bamboo 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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Lucky Bamboo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lucky Bamboo have?
Lucky Bamboo by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Lucky Bamboo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lucky Bamboo are Shaded Glen by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Gi Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Gobbledygook by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lucky Bamboo'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 Lucky Bamboo?
Lucky Bamboo has a estimated lightness value of 22.9, 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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