Pencil Point PPU18-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #595D61, estimated LRV 11 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glazed Granite from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #595D61 · PPU18-2
Pencil Point
11%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pencil Point Technical Profile
HEX Code#595D61
RGB89, 93, 97
Estimated LRV10.8
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Pencil Point
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pencil Point
#595D61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F5F8E
Trim & Molding
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pencil Point from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pencil Point are Glazed Granite by PPG (a close digital match), Moody Sky by PPG (a close digital match), Temptation by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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