Shark Fin PPU24-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #969795, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Playing Possum from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969795 · PPU24-19
Shark Fin
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shark Fin Technical Profile
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Shark Fin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shark Fin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShark Fin
Nearly identical
PPGPlaying Possum
Playing Possum
PPG
Nearly identical
Gris
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wall Street
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lavender Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Summit Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cathedral Stone
Valspar
Very similar
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shark Fin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shark Fin
#969795
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shark Fin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shark Fin 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 Shark Fin.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shark Fin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shark Fin have?
Shark Fin 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 Shark Fin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shark Fin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shark Fin are Playing Possum by PPG (a near-identical match), Gris by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Wall Street by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shark Fin'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 Shark Fin?
Shark Fin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shark Fin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.