Skip to main content
Behr French Silver PPU18-05

French Silver

Behr

PPU18-05

About French Silver by Behr

French Silver PPU18-05 by Behr is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 50% and hue near 180° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 49.8%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #b8bcbc

RGB: 184, 188, 188

Hue180°

Saturation3%

Lightness73%

Similar Colors by Behr

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

Is French Silver PPU18-05 a warm or cool color?
French Silver by Behr is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is French Silver?
French Silver sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 180°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for French Silver?
Brightness is about 50%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 180°. The hex value is #b8bcbc. The RGB value is 184, 188, 188.
Is French Silver better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
French Silver has brightness around 50%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with French Silver?
You can match French Silver 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 French Silver work best in a home?
French Silver 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 French Silver compare to a pure white paint?
French Silver is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 French Silver in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below French Silver 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 French Silver. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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