Sparrow 780F-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B1B1B2, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hippopotamus Gray from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B1B1B2 · 780F-4
Sparrow
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sparrow Technical Profile
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Sparrow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sparrow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSparrow
Nearly identical
KilzHippopotamus Gray
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Industrial Age
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Dollar
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tin Man
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wright Soft Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Tin Man
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Valspar
Very similar
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Online
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sparrow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sparrow
#B1B1B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sparrow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sparrow 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 Sparrow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sparrow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sparrow have?
Sparrow 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 Sparrow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sparrow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sparrow are Hippopotamus Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match), Industrial Age by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Silver Dollar by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sparrow'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 Sparrow?
Sparrow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.0, 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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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 Sparrow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.