Opal Silk PPU12-08 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9DB8B3, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tropical Bay from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9DB8B3 · PPU12-08
Opal Silk
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Opal Silk Technical Profile
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Opal Silk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Opal Silk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOpal Silk
Nearly identical
ValsparTropical Bay
Tropical Bay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kensington Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Festoon Aqua
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Elf'N Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lucinda
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lucinda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Kentucky Blue
PPG
Very similar
Pistachio Ice Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Foggy Promenade
Kilz
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Opal Silk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Opal Silk
#9DB8B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A1AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Opal Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Opal Silk 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 Opal Silk.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Opal Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Opal Silk have?
Opal Silk by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Opal Silk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Opal Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Opal Silk are Tropical Bay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Renew Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Kensington Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Opal Silk'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 Opal Silk?
Opal Silk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Opal Silk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.