Behr Elephant Skin PPU18-16

Color code:PPU18-16
Color name:Elephant Skin
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Elephant Skin?

Enhance your space with Behr's soothing PPU18-16 Elephant Skin, a versatile hue that exudes sophistication and warmth. This chic neutral tone effortlessly pairs with crisp whites, soft greys, and earthy greens, creating a timeless and harmonious palette. Elevate your decor by combining Elephant Skin with accents in PPU18-16, such as creamy off-whites and rich charcoals, for a serene and modern look. Whether used in a living room, bedroom, or office, this elegant color choice adds depth and elegance to any interior. Embrace the understated charm of Elephant Skin and transform your space into a sanctuary of style.

What are Behr Elephant Skin undertones?

Red is Behr Elephant Skin undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#97928B

RGB code:

151, 146, 139

Is Behr Elephant Skin PPU18-16 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 35° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU18-16 Elephant Skin HSL code: 35, 5%, 57%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Grey will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Grey undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Elephant Skin:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Elephant Skin PPU18-16 vs Plum Smoke PPU16-14

Behr Elephant Skin PPU18-16 vs Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14Open Elephant Skin PPU18-16
LRV: 29.23%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 27.73%
Medium color
Temperature: warm

Elephant Skin PPU18-16 vs Summit Gray SW 7669

Behr Elephant Skin PPU18-16 vs Sherwin Williams Summit Gray SW 7669Open Elephant Skin PPU18-16
LRV: 29.23%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 29.56%
Medium color
Temperature: warm