Nostalgic UL240-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #646B7E, estimated LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Intuition Iris from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #646B7E · UL240-2
Nostalgic
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nostalgic Technical Profile
HEX Code#646B7E
RGB100, 107, 126
Estimated LRV14.7
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#646C81
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Colors That Work With Nostalgic
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nostalgic
#646B7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E73A2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nostalgic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nostalgic 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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Nostalgic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nostalgic have?
Nostalgic 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 Nostalgic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nostalgic are Intuition Iris by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Velvety Indigo by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Overlook by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nostalgic'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 Nostalgic?
Nostalgic has a estimated lightness value of 14.7, 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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