Winding Path PPF-53 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #857C71, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fireplace Mantel from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #857C71 · PPF-53
Winding Path
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Winding Path Technical Profile
HEX Code#857C71
RGB133, 124, 113
Estimated LRV20.6
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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#847C70
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#837B6F
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#877B6E
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Valspar
#888076
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Dunn-Edwards
#877B70
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#817A6E
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#887B6E
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Colors That Work With Winding Path
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winding Path
#857C71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AA7F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winding Path
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winding Path 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
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Winding Path — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winding Path have?
Winding Path 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 Winding Path from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winding Path are Fireplace Mantel by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Hidcote Manor by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Vigilant by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Winding Path'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 Winding Path?
Winding Path has a estimated lightness value of 20.6, 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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