Underwater PPU12-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4E6163, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sequoia Glade from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4E6163 · PPU12-20
Underwater
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Underwater Technical Profile
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Underwater in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Underwater in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrUnderwater
Nearly identical
ValsparSequoia Glade
Sequoia Glade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Still Water
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sprucey
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Yorktowne Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Volute
Vista Paint
Very similar
Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Iron Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Volute
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tundra Pond
PPG
Very similar
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Underwater
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Underwater
#4E6163
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B6E89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Underwater
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Underwater 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 Underwater.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Underwater — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Underwater have?
Underwater 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 Underwater in your own space before committing.
What colors match Underwater from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Underwater are Sequoia Glade by Valspar (a near-identical match), Still Water by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sprucey by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Underwater'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 Underwater?
Underwater has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.1, 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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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 Underwater's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.