Opal Silk PPU12-8 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9DB9B2, estimated 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.
Behr · #9DB9B2 · PPU12-8
Opal Silk
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Opal Silk Technical Profile
HEX Code#9DB9B2
RGB157, 185, 178
Estimated LRV45.1
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 Familyneutral
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 →
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#A0B9B2
Close digital match
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#9BBAB6
Close digital match
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#97B6AD
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Colors That Work With Opal Silk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Opal Silk
#9DB9B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Opal Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Opal Silk are Tropical Bay by Valspar (a close digital match), Kensington Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Kentucky Blue by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value of 45.1, 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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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.