Poppy Seed PPU15-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A4E55, estimated LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baby Seal Black from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #4A4E55 · PPU15-20
Poppy Seed
8%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Poppy Seed Technical Profile
HEX Code#4A4E55
RGB74, 78, 85
Estimated LRV7.6
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 Poppy Seed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poppy Seed
#4A4E55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5A547E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poppy Seed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poppy Seed 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
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Poppy Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poppy Seed have?
Poppy Seed 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 Poppy Seed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poppy Seed are Baby Seal Black by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Graphite Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Mysterious by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Poppy Seed'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 Poppy Seed?
Poppy Seed has a estimated lightness value of 7.6, 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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