Lilac Fields HDC-AC-26A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E939E, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pandemonium from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E939E · HDC-AC-26A
Lilac Fields
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lilac Fields Technical Profile
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Lilac Fields in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lilac Fields in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLilac Fields
Nearly identical
ValsparPandemonium
Pandemonium
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Grey Sky
PPG
Very similar
Purpled Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Shark
Kilz
Very similar
Overcast Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusky Mood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dusty Heather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Canadian Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Silver
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lilac Fields
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lilac Fields
#8E939E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lilac Fields
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lilac Fields 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 Lilac Fields.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lilac Fields — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lilac Fields have?
Lilac Fields by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Lilac Fields in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lilac Fields from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Fields are Pandemonium by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Grey Sky by PPG (a very close match), Purpled Gray by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lilac Fields'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 Lilac Fields?
Lilac Fields has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.1, 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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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 Lilac Fields's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.