Hikers Paradise PPG0998-2 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BEBBB1, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pumice from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BEBBB1 · PPG0998-2
Hikers Paradise
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hikers Paradise Technical Profile
HEX Code#BEBBB1
RGB190, 187, 177
Estimated LRV49.7
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Hikers Paradise
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hikers Paradise
#BEBBB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hikers Paradise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hikers Paradise 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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Hikers Paradise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hikers Paradise have?
Hikers Paradise by PPG 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 Hikers Paradise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hikers Paradise are Pumice by Behr (a close digital match), Stoneware Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Soulful Grey by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hikers Paradise'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 Hikers Paradise?
Hikers Paradise has a estimated lightness value of 49.7, 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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