Ref. #BDBBAD · 1032-2
Hurricane Haze
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hurricane Haze Technical Profile
What color is Hurricane Haze? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #BDBBAD. Colors similar to Hurricane Haze include Behr Smokestack, Valspar Mother Nature, Sherwin-Williams Soft Sage. Hurricane Haze has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Hurricane Haze depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Hurricane Haze pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Hurricane Haze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Smokestack
Behr
Nearly identical
Mother Nature
Valspar
Nearly identical
Soft Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bright Silver Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Winterwood
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jackson Antique
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fiorito
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Play on Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hurricane Haze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hurricane Haze
#BDBBAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hurricane Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hurricane Haze 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 Hurricane Haze.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hurricane Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hurricane Haze have?
Hurricane Haze by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Hurricane Haze from other brands?
The closest matches are Smokestack by Behr (#BCBBAE), Mother Nature by Valspar (#C0BDAE), Soft Sage by Sherwin-Williams (#BCBCAE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hurricane Haze?
Hurricane Haze has an LRV of 49.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Hurricane Haze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.