Solemn Silence PPU26-12 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D3D8D8, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pelican from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D3D8D8 · PPU26-12
Solemn Silence
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Solemn Silence Technical Profile
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Solemn Silence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Solemn Silence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSolemn Silence
Nearly identical
ValsparPelican
Pelican
Valspar
Nearly identical
Olympus White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Borrowed Light
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wales Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bunny Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ocean Crest
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tinsel
PPG
Nearly identical
Veiled Spotlight
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ocean Crest
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cool Fog
Kilz
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Solemn Silence
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solemn Silence
#D3D8D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solemn Silence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solemn Silence 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 Solemn Silence.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Solemn Silence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solemn Silence have?
Solemn Silence 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 Solemn Silence in your own space before committing.
What colors match Solemn Silence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Solemn Silence are Pelican by Valspar (a near-identical match), Olympus White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Borrowed Light by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Solemn Silence'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 Solemn Silence?
Solemn Silence has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Solemn Silence's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.