Mata Hari PPU17-1 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #544859, estimated LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Tulip from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #544859 · PPU17-1
Mata Hari
7%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mata Hari Technical Profile
HEX Code#544859
RGB84, 72, 89
Estimated LRV7.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mata Hari
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mata Hari
#544859
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F5576
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mata Hari
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mata Hari 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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Mata Hari — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mata Hari have?
Mata Hari by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Mata Hari from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mata Hari are Black Tulip by PPG (a close digital match), Plum Perfect by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Grappa by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mata Hari'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 Mata Hari?
Mata Hari has a estimated lightness value of 7.2, 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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