Manuscript PPU8-23 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #827E72, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wildwood from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #827E72 · PPU8-23
Manuscript
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Manuscript Technical Profile
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Manuscript in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Manuscript in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrManuscript
Nearly identical
KilzWildwood
Wildwood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Carter Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Empire
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metal Fringe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Link Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sweater Weather
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Manuscript
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Manuscript
#827E72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EA97E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Manuscript
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Manuscript 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 Manuscript.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Manuscript — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Manuscript have?
Manuscript 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 Manuscript in your own space before committing.
What colors match Manuscript from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Manuscript are Wildwood by Kilz (a near-identical match), Carter Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Empire by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Manuscript'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 Manuscript?
Manuscript has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Manuscript's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.