Peaceful Glade works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 26 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it if you want a crisp, cool-modern look, or in rooms with heavy north light that can pull its warmth slightly muddy.
Ref. #878E83 · PPF-34
Peaceful Glade
26%LRV Value
Peaceful Glade Technical Profile
What color is Behr Peaceful Glade (PPF-34)? It's a deep warm gray — hex #878E83, LRV 26. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Peaceful Glade is Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull — a near-identical match on the wall, with Hirshfield's Dowager and Vista Paint Dowager also close. Its LRV of 26 gives Peaceful Glade depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Peaceful Glade pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. As a deeper neutral, Peaceful Glade reads as a confident anchor — strongest on accent walls, cabinetry, and moody whole rooms that get enough natural light to keep it from going flat. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler. Deeper neutrals can read close to black in low light, so preview Peaceful Glade in the room's actual evening lighting, not just at midday.
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Colors Similar to Peaceful Glade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peaceful Glade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peaceful Glade
#878E83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peaceful Glade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peaceful Glade 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 Peaceful Glade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peaceful Glade — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Peaceful Glade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peaceful Glade are Carolina Gull by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dowager by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Dowager by Vista Paint (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Peaceful Glade's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Peaceful Glade?
Peaceful Glade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.1, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Peaceful Glade depends on the room. Here's how to choose.