Tin Foil N500-3 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A9BEC0, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rain from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A9BEC0 · N500-3
Tin Foil
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tin Foil Technical Profile
HEX Code#A9BEC0
RGB169, 190, 192
Estimated LRV43.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Tin Foil
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tin Foil
#A9BEC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8595AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tin Foil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tin Foil 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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Tin Foil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tin Foil have?
Tin Foil by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Tin Foil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tin Foil are Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sea Star by Valspar (a close digital match), Blue Willow by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tin Foil'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 Tin Foil?
Tin Foil has a estimated lightness value of 43.0, 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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