Pencil Point PPU18-02 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #595D62, LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moody Sky from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #595D62 · PPU18-02
Pencil Point
11%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pencil Point Technical Profile
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Pencil Point in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pencil Point in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPencil Point
Nearly identical
PPGMoody Sky
Moody Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Hematite
Valspar
Nearly identical
Temptation
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Smokey Hearth
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shou Sugi Ban
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thunderstorm
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Outerspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pencil Point
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pencil Point
#595D62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#625F8F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pencil Point
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pencil Point 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 Pencil Point.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pencil Point — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pencil Point have?
Pencil Point by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Pencil Point in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pencil Point from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pencil Point are Moody Sky by PPG (a near-identical match), Glazed Granite by PPG (a near-identical match), Hematite by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pencil Point'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 Pencil Point?
Pencil Point has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.8, 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
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 Pencil Point's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.