Vintage Velvet PPU15-18 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #48516A, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystified from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #48516A · PPU15-18
Vintage Velvet
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vintage Velvet Technical Profile
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Vintage Velvet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vintage Velvet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrVintage Velvet
Nearly identical
ValsparMystified
Mystified
Valspar
Nearly identical
Federal Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Jet Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tried & True Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Velvet
Kilz
Very similar
China Aster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
China Aster
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tranquility
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dignified
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vintage Velvet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vintage Velvet
#48516A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#665C89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vintage Velvet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vintage Velvet 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
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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vintage Velvet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vintage Velvet have?
Vintage Velvet 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 Vintage Velvet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vintage Velvet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vintage Velvet are Mystified by Valspar (a near-identical match), Federal Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Jet Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Vintage Velvet'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 Vintage Velvet?
Vintage Velvet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.3, 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 Vintage Velvet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.