Cougar 180F-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #917B7E, LRV 22 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rosey Quartz from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #917B7E · 180F-5
Cougar
22%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cougar Technical Profile
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Cougar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cougar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCougar
Very similar
Dutch BoyRosey Quartz
Rosey Quartz
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Socialite
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Quietly Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
California Dreamin
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Choo Choo
PPG
Very similar
Iced Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
Garnet Dust
Valspar
Very similar
Iced Orchid
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cougar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cougar
#917B7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cougar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cougar 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 Cougar.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cougar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cougar have?
Cougar by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cougar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cougar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cougar are Rosey Quartz by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Socialite by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Quietly Violet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cougar's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Cougar?
Cougar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cougar's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.