Plush Velvet N100-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6E6E8E, estimated LRV 16 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shadow Mountain from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6E6E8E · N100-5
Plush Velvet
16%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Plush Velvet Technical Profile
HEX Code#6E6E8E
RGB110, 110, 142
Estimated LRV16.4
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Plush Velvet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plush Velvet
#6E6E8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9883AC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plush Velvet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plush Velvet 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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Plush Velvet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plush Velvet have?
Plush Velvet by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Plush Velvet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plush Velvet are Shadow Mountain by Valspar (a very close match), Wild Wisteria by PPG (a very close match), Great Grape by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Plush Velvet'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 Plush Velvet?
Plush Velvet has a estimated lightness value of 16.4, 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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