Hush
Hush is a grey paint color from Behr, but its character reaches beyond a single label. Its grey classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. The manufacturer's description below offers one reading; the room imagery leaves space for your own.
Hex
#bec2c1LRV
53.11
Hush in Rooms
Follow Hush from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 3 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
3 Misc Photos
Against a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes, Hush (PPU26-16) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 53.1 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
A kid's bedroom wall in Hush creates a calm, restful environment for sleep.
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Wooden shelving painted in Hush softens an otherwise bright, modern nursery.
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Painted storage units in Hush offer subtle color while maintaining a peaceful mood.
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Similar Colors
Loft Space reads slightly lighter (LRV 61 vs 53), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 53 vs 53), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 4-point LRV gap (57 vs 53) makes Zero Gravity the marginally brighter of the two.
Hush reflects far more light (LRV 53 vs 30), opening up a space where Rainy Afternoon encloses it.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Embrace the serene beauty of Behr PPU26-16 Hush in your space. This soft and sophisticated grey-green hue exudes a sense of tranquility and elegance, creating a calming atmosphere in any room. Pair Hush with crisp white accents for a clean and modern look, or with warm wood tones for a cozy and inviting feel. Complement this versatile color with touches of navy blue for a subtle nautical vibe, or with blush pink for a touch of soft femininity. 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