Renaissance PPU16-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #434258, LRV 6 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jellied from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #434258 · PPU16-20
Renaissance
6%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Renaissance Technical Profile
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Renaissance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Renaissance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRenaissance
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyJellied
Jellied
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Emperor
Valspar
Nearly identical
English Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blackberry Wine
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jazlyn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chinaberry
PPG
Very similar
Royal Treatment
Vista Paint
Very similar
Majestic Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Violet Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Renaissance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Renaissance
#434258
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#68527B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Renaissance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Renaissance 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 Renaissance.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Renaissance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Renaissance have?
Renaissance by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Renaissance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Renaissance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Renaissance are Jellied by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Emperor by Valspar (a near-identical match), English Violet by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Renaissance'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 Renaissance?
Renaissance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.8, 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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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 Renaissance's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.