Lavender Suede HDC-NT-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B5A5A2, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flexible Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5A5A2 · HDC-NT-19
Lavender Suede
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lavender Suede Technical Profile
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Lavender Suede in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lavender Suede in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLavender Suede
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFlexible Gray
Flexible Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Claystone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Embarrassed Shadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lost Locket
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Toasted Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Riveter Rose
PPG
Very similar
Hazelnut
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lavender Suede
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lavender Suede
#B5A5A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lavender Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lavender Suede 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 Lavender Suede.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lavender Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lavender Suede have?
Lavender Suede by Behr has a neutral 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 Lavender Suede in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lavender Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lavender Suede are Flexible Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Claystone by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Just Barely by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lavender Suede'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 Lavender Suede?
Lavender Suede has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
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 Lavender Suede's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.