Old Amethyst MQ5-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #84838E, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusked Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #84838E · MQ5-3
Old Amethyst
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Old Amethyst Technical Profile
HEX Code#84838E
RGB132, 131, 142
Estimated LRV23.1
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Old Amethyst
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Amethyst
#84838E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Amethyst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Amethyst 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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Old Amethyst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Amethyst have?
Old Amethyst by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Old Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Amethyst are Dusked Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Horseshoe by Valspar (a close digital match), Warrior by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Old Amethyst'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 Old Amethyst?
Old Amethyst has a estimated lightness value of 23.1, 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 Old Amethyst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.