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Behr Cracked Pepper PPU18-01

Cracked Pepper

Behr

PPU18-01

About Cracked Pepper by Behr

Brightness: 8.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #4f5152

RGB: 79, 81, 82

Hue200°

Saturation2%

Lightness32%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Cracked Pepper PPU18-01 a warm or cool color?
Cracked Pepper by Behr is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cracked Pepper?
Cracked Pepper sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 200°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cracked Pepper?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 2%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 32%. Hue is close to 200°. The hex value is #4f5152. The RGB value is 79, 81, 82.
Is Cracked Pepper better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cracked Pepper has brightness around 8%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Cracked Pepper?
You can match Cracked Pepper 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 Cracked Pepper work best in a home?
Cracked Pepper 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 Cracked Pepper compare to a pure white paint?
Cracked Pepper is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper 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 Cracked Pepper in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

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

Complementary Colors by Behr

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Cracked Pepper. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.