Ref. #687763 · BXC-44
Pepper Mill
17%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pepper Mill Technical Profile
What color is Pepper Mill? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #687763. Colors similar to Pepper Mill include Benjamin Moore In the Garden, Benjamin Moore Cushing Green, MPC Freshfields. Pepper Mill has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Pepper Mill creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Pepper Mill 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Pepper Mill
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pepper Mill
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pepper Mill
#687763
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E9F7A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pepper Mill
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pepper Mill 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 Pepper Mill.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pepper Mill — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pepper Mill have?
Pepper Mill by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pepper Mill from other brands?
The closest matches are In the Garden by Benjamin Moore (#6A7663), Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore (#697767), Freshfields by MPC (#64735D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pepper Mill?
Pepper Mill has an LRV of 17.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pepper Mill's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.