Tin Foil N500-3 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A9BEC0, 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.
Ref. #A9BEC0 · N500-3
Tin Foil
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tin Foil Technical Profile
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Tin Foil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tin Foil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTin Foil
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRain
Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sea Star
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Willow
PPG
Nearly identical
Indulgence
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wedgewood Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Restful Retreat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bell Bottoms
Kilz
Very similar
Elegant Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tin Foil
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Tin Foil.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tin Foil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tin Foil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tin Foil are Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sea Star by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Willow by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Tin Foil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.