Mardi Gras PPU16-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #525167, LRV 9 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Legendary Purple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #525167 · PPU16-19
Mardi Gras
9%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Mardi Gras Technical Profile
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Mardi Gras in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mardi Gras in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMardi Gras
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsLegendary Purple
Legendary Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Magic Spell
PPG
Nearly identical
Pleasing Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Approaching Storm
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
India Ink
Kilz
Very similar
When Worlds Collide
Valspar
Very similar
China Aster
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ripe Berry
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blackwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mardi Gras
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mardi Gras
#525167
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#785E8D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mardi Gras
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mardi Gras 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 Mardi Gras.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mardi Gras — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mardi Gras have?
Mardi Gras by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Mardi Gras in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mardi Gras from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mardi Gras are Legendary Purple by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Magic Spell by PPG (a near-identical match), Pleasing Purple by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mardi Gras'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 Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Mardi Gras's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.