Josephine MQ3-1 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D1BFBB, 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.
Ref. #D1BFBB · MQ3-1
Josephine
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Josephine Technical Profile
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Josephine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Josephine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrJosephine
Nearly identical
ValsparCathedral Morning
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wafting Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mauve Star
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Breathless
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mallow Root
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Batik
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Just Gorgeous
PPG
Nearly identical
Dove Feather
Kilz
Very similar
Soufflé
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Josephine
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Josephine.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Josephine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Josephine have?
Josephine by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Josephine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Josephine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Josephine are Cathedral Morning by Valspar (a near-identical match), Wafting Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Mauve Star by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Josephine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.