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Behr Almond Wisp PPU5-12

Almond Wisp

Behr

PPU5-12

About Almond Wisp by Behr

Almond Wisp PPU5-12 by Behr is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 60% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 60%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d6cab9

RGB: 214, 202, 185

Hue35°

Saturation26%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Almond Wisp from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Almond Wisp

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Almond Wisp looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Almond Wisp PPU5-12 a warm or cool color?
Almond Wisp by Behr is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Almond Wisp?
Almond Wisp sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Almond Wisp?
Brightness is about 60%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #d6cab9. The RGB value is 214, 202, 185.
Is Almond Wisp better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Almond Wisp has brightness around 60%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Almond Wisp?
You can match Almond Wisp with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Almond Wisp work best in a home?
Almond Wisp works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Almond Wisp compare to a pure white paint?
Almond Wisp is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Almond Wisp in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Almond Wisp

Behr

PPU5-12

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Almond Wisp in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Almond Wisp

Behr

PPU5-12

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Almond Wisp. They add contrast without clashing.

Almond Wisp

Behr

PPU5-12

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