Ref. #525167 · PPU16-19
Mardi Gras
9%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Mardi Gras Technical Profile
What color is Mardi Gras? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #525167. Colors similar to Mardi Gras include Dunn-Edwards Legendary Purple, PPG Magic Spell, Dunn-Edwards Intergalactic. Mardi Gras has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Mardi Gras creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Mardi Gras pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Mardi Gras
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mardi Gras from other brands?
The closest matches are Legendary Purple by Dunn-Edwards (#4E4E63), Magic Spell by PPG (#544F66), Intergalactic by Dunn-Edwards (#4D516C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras has an LRV of 8.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.