Josephine MQ3-1 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D1BFBB, estimated LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cathedral Morning from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D1BFBB · MQ3-1
Josephine
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Josephine Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1BFBB
RGB209, 191, 187
Estimated LRV54.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
#D1BEBA
Close digital match
Wafting Gray
Dunn-Edwards
#CDBDBA
Close digital match
Mauve Star
Vista Paint
#CDBBB7
Close digital match
Breathless
Sherwin-Williams
#D6C2BE
Close digital match
Mallow Root
Dutch Boy
#D6C2BE
Close digital match
Batik
Benjamin Moore
#CDBAB6
Close digital match
Just Gorgeous
PPG
#D6C4C1
Close digital match
Dove Feather
Kilz
#CDC0BC
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#CEBBB3
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#D6C8C3
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Colors That Work With Josephine
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Josephine
#D1BFBB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Josephine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Josephine 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
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Josephine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Josephine have?
Josephine by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Josephine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Josephine are Cathedral Morning by Valspar (a close digital match), Wafting Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Mauve Star by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Josephine'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 Josephine?
Josephine has a estimated lightness value of 54.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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