Decorative Iris HDC-SP14-9 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #817182, LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Frosted Mulberry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #817182 · HDC-SP14-9
Decorative Iris
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Decorative Iris Technical Profile
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Decorative Iris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Decorative Iris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDecorative Iris
Nearly identical
PPGFrosted Mulberry
Frosted Mulberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Southern Belle
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Allium Poofs
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Southern Belle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Classical Violet
Valspar
Very similar
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Wood Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bonne Nuit
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Muted Berry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Decorative Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Decorative Iris
#817182
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A97D96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Decorative Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Decorative Iris 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 Decorative Iris.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Decorative Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Decorative Iris have?
Decorative Iris 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 Decorative Iris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Decorative Iris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Decorative Iris are Frosted Mulberry by PPG (a near-identical match), Southern Belle by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Allium Poofs by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Decorative Iris'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 Decorative Iris?
Decorative Iris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.1, 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 Decorative Iris's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.