Suede Gray PPU18-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #857F7B, estimated LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #857F7B · PPU18-17
Suede Gray
22%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Suede Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#857F7B
RGB133, 127, 123
Estimated LRV21.6
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#837E7C
Close digital match
Dusty Lead
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#87817F
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Mansard Stone
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#817E7A
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#847B77
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Colors That Work With Suede Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Suede Gray
#857F7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Suede Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Suede Gray 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Suede Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Suede Gray have?
Suede Gray 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 Suede Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Suede Gray are Granite by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Stone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Dusty Lead by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Suede Gray'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 Suede Gray?
Suede Gray has a estimated lightness value of 21.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Suede Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.