Flintstone → Behr
The closest Behr matches for PPG Flintstone (PPG0997-5), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Flintstone
If you love PPG Flintstone but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Flintstone (PPG0997-5) is a medium-dark gray with warm flint gray undertones. A warm, dark gray with the strike-ready quality of flintstone. Deeper than Dover Gray, lighter than Sharkskin. Grounding and purposeful. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 20) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Flintstone and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong Behr match for Flintstone. Anonymous (PPU18-15) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Anonymous is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Flintstone
Anonymous is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Flintstone | Anonymous | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 20 | 20 |
| Hex | #928F8A | #928E89 |
| Undertone | Warm Flint Gray | Warm Dark Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Flintstone has warm flint gray undertones. A warm, dark gray with the strike-ready quality of flintstone. Deeper than Dover Gray, lighter than Sharkskin. Grounding and purposeful.
Anonymous has warm dark gray undertones. A warm dark gray. Behr's answer to Chelsea Gray or Gauntlet Gray. Substantial and grounding.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Flintstone in Your Room
Warm and substantial. In bright rooms, a warm dark gray. In dim rooms, approaching charcoal.
Anonymous in Your Room
Reads as a warm, solid dark gray. The warmth keeps it from feeling cold or industrial.
LRV and Brightness
Flintstone has an LRV of 20, while Anonymous has an LRV of 20. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Flintstone
PPG recommends Flintstone for: accent wall, exterior, cabinets, office, bathroom vanity. With an LRV of 20, this is a medium-dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Anonymous is recommended for: accent wall, cabinets, exterior, office, bathroom vanity. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Anonymous in the same rooms you planned for Flintstone.
Flintstone in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Flintstone (PPG0997-5) is Anonymous (PPU18-15) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Anonymous is the closest Behr option. Very close match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Flintstone is a PPG color with warm flint gray undertones and an LRV of 20. Anonymous is a Behr color with warm dark gray undertones and an LRV of 20. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.