Balsam 1128-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BEC4B7, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Green from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEC4B7 · 1128-4
Balsam
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Balsam Technical Profile
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Balsam in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Balsam in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBalsam
Nearly identical
BehrSummer Green
Summer Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Loden Frost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gray Wisp
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gardening Trend
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Irish Moor
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hazel Gaze
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frosted Olive
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mizzle
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Belize Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Favored One
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Leaf .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Balsam
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Balsam
#BEC4B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#86AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Balsam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Balsam 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Balsam.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Balsam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Balsam have?
Balsam by PPG 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 Balsam in your own space before committing.
What colors match Balsam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Balsam are Summer Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Loden Frost by Kilz (a near-identical match), Gray Wisp by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Balsam'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 Balsam?
Balsam has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Balsam's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.