Tarragon Tease PPU9-8 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B4AC84, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lively Ivy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B4AC84 · PPU9-8
Tarragon Tease
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tarragon Tease Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Tarragon Tease in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tarragon Tease in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTarragon Tease
Nearly identical
PPGLively Ivy
Lively Ivy
PPG
Nearly identical
Highway
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Baby Turtle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Even Growth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Highway
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Speckled Shell
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gentle Pasture
Valspar
Very similar
Koi Pond
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Leaf .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tarragon Tease
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tarragon Tease
#B4AC84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tarragon Tease
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tarragon Tease 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 Tarragon Tease.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tarragon Tease — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tarragon Tease have?
Tarragon Tease by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tarragon Tease in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tarragon Tease from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tarragon Tease are Lively Ivy by PPG (a near-identical match), Green Gray Mist by PPG (a near-identical match), Thimbleberry Leaf by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tarragon Tease'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 Tarragon Tease?
Tarragon Tease has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.9, 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.
Explore More with Tarragon Tease
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 Tarragon Tease's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.