Paparazzi Flash MQ5-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C4C8D0, 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.
Ref. #C4C8D0 · MQ5-18
Paparazzi Flash
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Paparazzi Flash Technical Profile
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Paparazzi Flash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paparazzi Flash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPaparazzi Flash
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyHeathered Moon
Heathered Moon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mount Nirvana
Valspar
Nearly identical
Misty Memories
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Distant Ocean Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Daydream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kecia
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sacred Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pale Shale
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Twilight Spell
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paparazzi Flash
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Paparazzi Flash.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Paparazzi Flash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paparazzi Flash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paparazzi Flash are Heathered Moon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Mount Nirvana by Valspar (a near-identical match), Misty Memories by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Paparazzi Flash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.