Shallot Bulb PPU11-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7B8D73, 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.
Ref. #7B8D73 · PPU11-2
Shallot Bulb
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shallot Bulb Technical Profile
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Shallot Bulb in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shallot Bulb in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShallot Bulb
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMaine Mist
Maine Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Army Fatigue Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Northern Glen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Palace Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Calke Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Garden Patch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wreath
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chic Shade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gallery Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bitter Arugula
Kilz
Very similar
Cement Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shallot Bulb
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Shallot Bulb.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shallot Bulb in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shallot Bulb from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shallot Bulb are Maine Mist by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Army Fatigue Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Northern Glen by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Shallot Bulb's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.