Paparazzi Flash MQ5-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C4C8D0, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heathered Moon from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C4C8D0 · MQ5-18
Paparazzi Flash
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Paparazzi Flash Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4C8D0
RGB196, 200, 208
Estimated LRV57.6
UndertoneNeutral
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 Paparazzi Flash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paparazzi Flash
#C4C8D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paparazzi Flash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paparazzi Flash 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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Paparazzi Flash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paparazzi Flash have?
Paparazzi Flash 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 Paparazzi Flash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paparazzi Flash are Heathered Moon by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Mount Nirvana by Valspar (a close digital match), Misty Memories by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Paparazzi Flash'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 Paparazzi Flash?
Paparazzi Flash has a estimated lightness value of 57.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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