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Behr Soft Focus (PPU12-10)

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HEX

#D2D1CA

RGB

210, 209, 202

LRV

67

Code

PPU12-10

Overview

Behr Soft Focus (PPU12-10) is a neutral gray paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This best-selling shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Contemporary design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #D2D1CA | RGB: 210, 209, 202
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 67 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Neutral — balanced, works with warm and cool accents
  • Color family: Gray
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen
  • Design styles: Contemporary, Industrial, Minimalist

Why Choose This Color

  • Soft Focus is one of the most searched Behr colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 67, it reflects significant light, making spaces feel larger
  • The neutral undertone makes it adaptable to any lighting condition
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Soft Focus for Contemporary and Industrial aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Soft Focus with a sample pot or peel-and-stick swatch before committing — colors look different under various lighting
  2. 2Observe the sample at different times of day: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm light), and evening (artificial light)
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation: north-facing rooms make colors appear cooler, south-facing rooms warmer
  4. 4Pair with a darker trim color for contrast
  5. 5For the best coverage, use Behr's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

behrgrayneutrallrv-67living-roombedroombathroomkitchencontemporaryindustrialminimalist

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Behr Soft Focus (PPU12-10) is a neutral gray paint color with an LRV of 67. It's one of the brand's best-selling colors, ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.