Sequoia Lake PPU12-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #506C6B, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polished Slate from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #506C6B · PPU12-2
Sequoia Lake
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sequoia Lake Technical Profile
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Sequoia Lake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sequoia Lake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSequoia Lake
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePolished Slate
Polished Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rookwood Sash Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Micropolis
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Luscious Spruce
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ocean Abyss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Bridge
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Micropolis
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dark Stormy Sky Green
PPG
Very similar
Overcast Day
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sequoia Lake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sequoia Lake
#506C6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#60798F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sequoia Lake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sequoia Lake 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 Sequoia Lake.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sequoia Lake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sequoia Lake have?
Sequoia Lake by Behr has a neutral 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 Sequoia Lake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sequoia Lake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sequoia Lake are Polished Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Polar by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rookwood Sash Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sequoia Lake'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 Sequoia Lake?
Sequoia Lake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sequoia Lake's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.