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Behr Elemental Gray PPU26-06

Elemental Gray

Behr

PPU26-06

About Elemental Gray by Behr

Elemental Gray PPU26-06 by Behr is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 35% and hue near 60° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 35.1%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #a0a09f

RGB: 160, 160, 159

Hue60°

Saturation1%

Lightness63%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Elemental Gray PPU26-06 a warm or cool color?
Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray?
Elemental Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 60°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Elemental Gray?
Brightness is about 35%. Saturation is around 1%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 63%. Hue is close to 60°. The hex value is #a0a09f. The RGB value is 160, 160, 159.
Is Elemental Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Elemental Gray has brightness around 35%. 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 Elemental Gray?
You can match Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray work best in a home?
Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Elemental Gray 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 Elemental Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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