What is the HEX code and RGB for Behr Cracked Pepper?

The exact hexadecimal code for Behr Cracked Pepper (PPU18-01) is #424547. Its sRGB values are R: 66, G: 69, B: 71.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Cracked Pepper?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Behr Cracked Pepper is 8. This makes it a moody, deep shade that absorbs light and adds intimate drama.

What is the best cheap dupe for Behr Cracked Pepper?

The best budget match for Behr Cracked Pepper is Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron (2124-10) with a 92.7% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 2.02), saving $0 per gallon.

What undertones does Cracked Pepper have?

Behr Cracked Pepper features Soft Black, Charcoal, Deep Slate undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

BehrCode: PPU18-01Darks & Moody

Cracked Pepper

Behr Color of the Year. The ultimate budget dupe for Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore and Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal.

Dominant Undertones:

Soft BlackCharcoalDeep Slate

Est. Price: $48/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

8/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$4/gal

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HEX: #424547 • LRV: 8

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Cracked Pepper#424547

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#424547

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

66, 69, 71

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

Absorbs Light

HSL

204°, 4%, 27%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

7,3,0,72

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

budget

$48/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Cracked Pepper

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$40 (10 gal)

#1Benjamin Moore Alternative

92.7% Match

Cracked Pepper

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Wrought Iron

Benjamin Moore (2124-10)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.02

LRV Comparison:8 vs 6.1

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

#2Sherwin-Williams Alternative

88.8% Match

Cracked Pepper

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Iron Ore

Sherwin-Williams (SW 7069)

$82/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.87

LRV Comparison:8 vs 6

"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#3Valspar Alternative

79.5% Match

Cracked Pepper

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Flint Smoke

Valspar (5003-1B)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $4 per gallon

8% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):4.69

LRV Comparison:8 vs 10

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

#4Farrow & Ball Alternative

76% Match

Cracked Pepper

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Railings

Farrow & Ball (No. 31)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):5.56

LRV Comparison:8 vs 5

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Cracked Pepper Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Iron Ore	SW 7069	88.8%	2.87	$82	View Specs
Benjamin Moore	Wrought Iron	2124-10	92.7%	2.02	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Railings	No. 31	76%	5.56	$145	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Weekend	JG-03	70.5%	7.13	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Flint Smoke	5003-1B	79.5%	4.69	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Cracked Pepper

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Behr Cracked Pepper. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Cracked Pepper in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Cracked Pepper

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Behr Cracked Pepper?

The official hexadecimal color code is #424547. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 66, Green: 69, Blue: 71.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Cracked Pepper?

Cracked Pepper has an LRV of 8. Its deep LRV makes it an anchor shade that creates intimate, cocoon-like spaces in dining rooms, offices, and powder rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Cracked Pepper?

The closest budget alternative is Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron (2124-10), scoring a 92.7% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $0 per gallon.