Portabella 15-32 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8B7867, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coconut Shell from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B7867 · 15-32
Portabella
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Portabella Technical Profile
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Portabella in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Portabella in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPortabella
Nearly identical
BehrCoconut Shell
Coconut Shell
Behr
Nearly identical
Davenport Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Medium Roast
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Virtual Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Scented Candle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Elm Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Portabella
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Portabella
#8B7867
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8A77D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Portabella
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Portabella 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 Portabella.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Portabella — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Portabella have?
Portabella 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 Portabella in your own space before committing.
What colors match Portabella from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Portabella are Coconut Shell by Behr (a near-identical match), Davenport Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Coconut Shell by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Portabella'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 Portabella?
Portabella has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Portabella's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.