Native Soil PPU7-24 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #887B6A, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Patches from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #887B6A · PPU7-24
Native Soil
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Native Soil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Native Soil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNative Soil
Nearly identical
PPGPatches
Patches
PPG
Nearly identical
Habitat
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Seasoned Wood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stampede
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grange Hall
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Safari Beige
Valspar
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Vista Paint
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Native Soil
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Native Soil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Native Soil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Native Soil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Native Soil are Patches by PPG (a near-identical match), Habitat by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Warm Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Native Soil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.