Montage MQ5-16 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7E8DA2, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Lavender from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7E8DA2 · MQ5-16
Montage
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Montage Technical Profile
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Montage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Montage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMontage
Nearly identical
ValsparGray Lavender
Gray Lavender
Valspar
Nearly identical
Acceleration
PPG
Nearly identical
Illusionary
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oxford Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dried Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
London Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Montage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Montage
#7E8DA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Montage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Montage 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 Montage.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Montage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Montage have?
Montage by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Montage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Montage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Montage are Gray Lavender by Valspar (a near-identical match), Acceleration by PPG (a near-identical match), Blueberry Muffin by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Montage'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 Montage?
Montage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.1, 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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Related Reading
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 Montage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.