Ref. #696465 · PPU17-19
Arabian Veil
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Arabian Veil Technical Profile
What color is Arabian Veil? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #696465. Colors similar to Arabian Veil include MPC Graymore, MPC Cingular Grey Met., MPC Neptunian Grey. Arabian Veil has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Arabian Veil creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Arabian Veil pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Arabian Veil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arabian Veil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arabian Veil
#696465
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#997667
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arabian Veil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arabian Veil Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Arabian Veil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Arabian Veil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arabian Veil have?
Arabian Veil by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Arabian Veil from other brands?
The closest matches are Graymore by MPC (#676567), Cingular Grey Met. by MPC (#666362), Neptunian Grey by MPC (#6A6869). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Arabian Veil?
Arabian Veil has an LRV of 13.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Arabian Veil's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.