Pencil Sketch N500-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #999DA0, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Metalwork Grey from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #999DA0 · N500-4
Pencil Sketch
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pencil Sketch Technical Profile
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Pencil Sketch in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pencil Sketch in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPencil Sketch
Nearly identical
PPGCool Metalwork Grey
Cool Metalwork Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drizzling Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Digital Nomad
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dustblu
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Serving Platter
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pencil Sketch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pencil Sketch
#999DA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pencil Sketch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pencil Sketch 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 Sketch.
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 Sketch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pencil Sketch have?
Pencil Sketch 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 Sketch in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pencil Sketch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pencil Sketch are Cool Metalwork Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Pewter by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Delray Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pencil Sketch'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 Sketch?
Pencil Sketch has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.4, 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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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 Sketch's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.