Victorian UL250-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #978D97, 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.
Ref. #978D97 · UL250-18
Victorian
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Victorian Technical Profile
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Victorian in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Victorian in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrVictorian
Very similar
Vista PaintCut Heather
Cut Heather
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tin Lizzie
PPG
Very similar
Lucent Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Hazy Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cut Heather
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gris Morado
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Castle Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Orchid Smoke
Kilz
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Telegrey 1
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Victorian
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Victorian.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Victorian — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Victorian have?
Victorian 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 Victorian in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Victorian's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.