Smokey Lilac PPU26-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9A9DA2, estimated LRV 34 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Wolf from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #9A9DA2 · PPU26-20
Smokey Lilac
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Smokey Lilac Technical Profile
HEX Code#9A9DA2
RGB154, 157, 162
Estimated LRV33.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Smokey Lilac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smokey Lilac
#9A9DA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smokey Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smokey Lilac 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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Smokey Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smokey Lilac have?
Smokey Lilac by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Smokey Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smokey Lilac are Gray Wolf by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Lionfish by Valspar (a close digital match), Digital Nomad by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smokey Lilac'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 Smokey Lilac?
Smokey Lilac has a estimated lightness value of 33.6, 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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