Mozart PPU15-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #485480, estimated LRV 9 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Royal Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #485480 · PPU15-2
Mozart
9%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Mozart Technical Profile
HEX Code#485480
RGB72, 84, 128
Estimated LRV9.3
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mozart
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mozart
#485480
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#736497
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mozart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mozart 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mozart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mozart have?
Mozart by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Mozart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mozart are Classic Royal Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Blue Jewel by PPG (a close digital match), Am I Blue? by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mozart'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 Mozart?
Mozart has a estimated lightness value of 9.3, 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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Why Mozart's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.