Victorian UL250-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #978D97, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cut Heather from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #978D97 · UL250-18
Victorian
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Victorian Technical Profile
HEX Code#978D97
RGB151, 141, 151
Estimated LRV27.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Victorian
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Victorian
#978D97
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8599
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Victorian
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Victorian 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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Victorian — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Victorian have?
Victorian by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Victorian from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Victorian are Cut Heather by Vista Paint (a very close match), Tin Lizzie by PPG (a very close match), Lucent Purple by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Victorian'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 Victorian?
Victorian has a estimated lightness value of 27.9, 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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