Old Amethyst MQ5-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #84838E, 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.
Ref. #84838E · MQ5-3
Old Amethyst
23%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Old Amethyst Technical Profile
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Old Amethyst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Amethyst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOld Amethyst
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDusked Purple
Dusked Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Horseshoe
Valspar
Nearly identical
Warrior
Kilz
Very similar
Sea Life
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Winding Road
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Magic Dust
PPG
Very similar
Girgitta
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gris Morado
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Amethyst
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Old Amethyst.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Old Amethyst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Amethyst are Dusked Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Horseshoe by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Old Amethyst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.