Ref. #4A4E55 · PPU15-20
Poppy Seed
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Poppy Seed Technical Profile
What color is Poppy Seed? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #4A4E55. Colors similar to Poppy Seed include Benjamin Moore Baby Seal Black, RAL Graphite Grey, Benjamin Moore Mysterious. Poppy Seed has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Poppy Seed creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Poppy Seed pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Poppy Seed
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poppy Seed
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Poppy Seed.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poppy Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poppy Seed have?
Poppy Seed by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Poppy Seed from other brands?
The closest matches are Baby Seal Black by Benjamin Moore (#474B51), Graphite Grey by RAL (#474A51), Mysterious by Benjamin Moore (#464C55). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Poppy Seed?
Poppy Seed has an LRV of 7.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Poppy Seed's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.