Shady Oak PPF-43 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #908A7A, estimated LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wildwood Crest from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #908A7A · PPF-43
Shady Oak
26%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shady Oak Technical Profile
HEX Code#908A7A
RGB144, 138, 122
Estimated LRV25.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Shady Oak
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shady Oak
#908A7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shady Oak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shady Oak 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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Shady Oak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shady Oak have?
Shady Oak by Behr has a neutral 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 Shady Oak from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shady Oak are Wildwood Crest by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Copley Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Squirrel Tail by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shady Oak'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 Shady Oak?
Shady Oak has a estimated lightness value of 25.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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