Behr Gray Heather PPU16-15

Color code:PPU16-15
Color name:Gray Heather
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Gray Heather?

Introducing the sophisticated Gray Heather, also known as Behr PPU16-15, a versatile color that effortlessly blends modern elegance with timeless charm. This serene gray hue exudes a sense of tranquility and balance, making it perfect for creating a harmonious living space. Gray Heather pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft neutrals, and muted pastels, adding depth and sophistication to any room. Whether used as a wall color or for accent pieces, this graceful shade is sure to elevate your interior design with its understated refinement and versatility. Discover endless possibilities with Gray Heather and transform your space into a stylish sanctuary.

What are Behr Gray Heather undertones?

Blue is Behr Gray Heather 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:

#868790

RGB code:

134, 135, 144

Is Behr Gray Heather PPU16-15 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 234° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU16-15 Gray Heather HSL code: 234, 4%, 55%

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.

  • Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Grey undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

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 Gray Heather:

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

Gray Heather PPU16-15 vs Slate Rock N460-5

Behr Gray Heather PPU16-15 vs Behr Slate Rock N460-5Open Gray Heather PPU16-15
LRV: 24.7%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 24.8%
Medium color
Temperature: cold

Gray Heather PPU16-15 vs Old Amethyst MQ5-03

Behr Gray Heather PPU16-15 vs Behr Old Amethyst MQ5-03Open Gray Heather PPU16-15
LRV: 24.7%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 24.54%
Medium color
Temperature: cold