Sonora Rose N160-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AF9797, LRV 34 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tawny Mushroom from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AF9797 · N160-4
Sonora Rose
34%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sonora Rose Technical Profile
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Sonora Rose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sonora Rose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSonora Rose
Nearly identical
PPGTawny Mushroom
Tawny Mushroom
PPG
Nearly identical
Hazelnut
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dressy Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Taryn Hills
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusky Hyacinth
Valspar
Very similar
Rosey Glow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mauve Blush
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Natchez
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Visible difference
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonora Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonora Rose
#AF9797
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonora Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonora Rose 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 Sonora Rose.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sonora Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonora Rose have?
Sonora Rose 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 Sonora Rose in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sonora Rose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonora Rose are Tawny Mushroom by PPG (a near-identical match), Violet Hush by PPG (a near-identical match), Pink Cupola by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sonora Rose'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 Sonora Rose?
Sonora Rose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sonora Rose's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.