Shark Fin PPU24-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #969795, estimated 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.
Behr · #969795 · PPU24-19
Shark Fin
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shark Fin Technical Profile
HEX Code#969795
RGB150, 151, 149
Estimated LRV30.8
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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Playing Possum
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#969795
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#959491
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Colors That Work With Shark Fin
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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
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Shark Fin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shark Fin are Playing Possum by PPG (a close digital match), Gris by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Wall Street by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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