Strong Iris M550-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4452A1, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crushed Velvet from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4452A1 · M550-7
Strong Iris
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Strong Iris Technical Profile
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Strong Iris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Strong Iris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrStrong Iris
Nearly identical
PPGCrushed Velvet
Crushed Velvet
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Ember
Valspar
Very similar
Twilight Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beaded Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fresh Take
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Highlight
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sapphire Sequin
Kilz
Very similar
Passion Purple
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Morning Glory
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Strong Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strong Iris
#4452A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8470A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strong Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strong Iris 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 Strong Iris.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Strong Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strong Iris have?
Strong Iris by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Strong Iris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Strong Iris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Strong Iris are Crushed Velvet by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Ember by Valspar (a very close match), Twilight Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Strong Iris'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 Strong Iris?
Strong Iris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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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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 Strong Iris's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.