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Elephant Skin vs Graystone

Behr Elephant Skin PPU18-16 compared with Benjamin Moore Graystone 1475

Elephant Skin and Graystone are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.6) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Elephant Skin on the left and Graystone on the right
Elephant Skin · BehrGraystone · Benjamin MoorePhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 1.6 · Very close

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

Which to choose

For a small or dim room, Graystone reflects more light (LRV 30).

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Side by side

Elephant SkinGraystone
BrandBehrBenjamin Moore
CodePPU18-161475
LRV2930
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#97928B#99958C
Good forbedrooms, officesbedrooms, offices

Questions

What is the difference between Elephant Skin and Graystone?

Elephant Skin and Graystone are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.6) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Elephant Skin or Graystone?

Graystone is lighter, with an LRV of 30 against 29.

How does Elephant Skin compare to Graystone in a north-facing room?

In north light Elephant Skin will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Graystone.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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