Moonlit Mauve N130-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C2B6BB, 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.
Ref. #C2B6BB · N130-3
Moonlit Mauve
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moonlit Mauve Technical Profile
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Moonlit Mauve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moonlit Mauve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMoonlit Mauve
Nearly identical
ValsparSun Painter
Sun Painter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Violetta
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Romantic Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Veiled Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antique Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grey Fuchsia
PPG
Very similar
Heather Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Always Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moonlit Mauve
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Moonlit Mauve.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Moonlit Mauve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moonlit Mauve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moonlit Mauve are Sun Painter by Valspar (a near-identical match), Violetta by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Victorian Mauve by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Moonlit Mauve's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.