Moonlit Mauve N130-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C2B6BB, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sun Painter from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C2B6BB · N130-3
Moonlit Mauve
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Moonlit Mauve Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2B6BB
RGB194, 182, 187
Estimated LRV46.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Moonlit Mauve
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moonlit Mauve
#C2B6BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8885
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moonlit Mauve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moonlit Mauve 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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Moonlit Mauve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moonlit Mauve have?
Moonlit Mauve by Behr has a neutral 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 Moonlit Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moonlit Mauve are Sun Painter by Valspar (a close digital match), Violetta by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Victorian Mauve by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Moonlit Mauve'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 Moonlit Mauve?
Moonlit Mauve has a estimated lightness value of 46.0, 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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