Shallot Bulb PPU11-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7B8D73, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Maine Mist from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #7B8D73 · PPU11-2
Shallot Bulb
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shallot Bulb Technical Profile
HEX Code#7B8D73
RGB123, 141, 115
Estimated LRV24.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Maine Mist
Vista Paint
#7B8E71
Close digital match
Army Fatigue Green
PPG
#7C8A6F
Close digital match
Northern Glen
Valspar
#7E8B71
Close digital match
Palace Green
Benjamin Moore
#778D6F
Close digital match
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#768769
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#7A8D6A
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#76856A
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#7C9270
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#708672
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#6A886F
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#7D8471
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Colors That Work With Shallot Bulb
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shallot Bulb
#7B8D73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shallot Bulb
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shallot Bulb 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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Shallot Bulb — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shallot Bulb have?
Shallot Bulb by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Shallot Bulb from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shallot Bulb are Maine Mist by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Army Fatigue Green by PPG (a close digital match), Northern Glen by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shallot Bulb'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 Shallot Bulb?
Shallot Bulb has a estimated lightness value of 24.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shallot Bulb's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.