Zen PPU11-14 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AABAB0, estimated LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Blue from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AABAB0 · PPU11-14
Zen
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Zen Technical Profile
HEX Code#AABAB0
RGB170, 186, 176
Estimated LRV46.8
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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Compare alternatives to Zen
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
#ADBDB2
Close digital match
Quietude
Sherwin-Williams
#ADBBB2
Close digital match
Rainsong
Dunn-Edwards
#ACBDB1
Close digital match
April Thicket
Valspar
#ABBEB4
Close digital match
Sage Pond
Kilz
#A6B5AC
Close digital match
Wythe Blue
Benjamin Moore
#ABBFB5
Close digital match
Dusty Aqua
PPG
#A2B5AB
Close digital match
Gaelic Garden
Hirshfield's
#A5B3AB
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Gaelic Garden
Vista Paint
#A4B2A9
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Fair Maiden
Dutch Boy
#B3C3B9
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Colorhouse
#9EAEA3
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Colors That Work With Zen
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zen
#AABAB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA8
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zen 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Zen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zen have?
Zen 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 Zen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zen are Green Blue by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Quietude by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Rainsong by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Zen'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 Zen?
Zen has a estimated lightness value of 46.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Zen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.