Native Soil PPU7-24 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #887B6A, estimated LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Patches from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #887B6A · PPU7-24
Native Soil
20%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Native Soil Technical Profile
HEX Code#887B6A
RGB136, 123, 106
Estimated LRV20.4
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Patches
PPG
#8A7D6B
Close digital match
Habitat
Sherwin-Williams
#897D6D
Close digital match
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
#887B6C
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Stampede
Benjamin Moore
#867B69
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Grange Hall
Dunn-Edwards
#857767
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Moonscape
Hirshfield's
#8B7E6A
Close digital match
Safari Beige
Valspar
#8A7E70
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Greyswood
Vista Paint
#847B6D
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#827462
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#918272
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#898176
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Colors That Work With Native Soil
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Native Soil
#887B6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A87D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Native Soil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Native Soil 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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Native Soil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Native Soil have?
Native Soil by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Native Soil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Native Soil are Patches by PPG (a close digital match), Habitat by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Warm Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Native Soil'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 Native Soil?
Native Soil has a estimated lightness value of 20.4, 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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