Lavender Suede HDC-NT-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B5A5A2, estimated 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.
Behr · #B5A5A2 · HDC-NT-19
Lavender Suede
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lavender Suede Technical Profile
HEX Code#B5A5A2
RGB181, 165, 162
Estimated LRV39.3
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Lavender Suede
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#B1A3A1
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Colors That Work With Lavender Suede
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lavender Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lavender Suede are Flexible Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Claystone by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Just Barely by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Lavender Suede's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.