Petal Tip MQ3-30 is a off-white paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D8D6DF, LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Whimsey from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8D6DF · MQ3-30
Petal Tip
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Petal Tip Technical Profile
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Petal Tip in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Petal Tip in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPetal Tip
Nearly identical
PPGViolet Whimsey
Violet Whimsey
PPG
Nearly identical
Iced Lavender
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Elation
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lavender Scent
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Calmed Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Easter Party
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Purple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tranquil Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Light Shadow
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Petal Tip
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Petal Tip
#D8D6DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A285AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Petal Tip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Petal Tip 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 Petal Tip.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Petal Tip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Petal Tip have?
Petal Tip by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Petal Tip in your own space before committing.
What colors match Petal Tip from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Petal Tip are Violet Whimsey by PPG (a near-identical match), Iced Lavender by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pale Orchid by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Petal Tip'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 Petal Tip?
Petal Tip has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 70.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Petal Tip's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.