Mountain River 4005-6C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #516273, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is English Channel from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #516273 · 4005-6C
Mountain River
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mountain River Technical Profile
HEX Code#516273
RGB81, 98, 115
Estimated LRV11.7
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
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Mountain River
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mountain River
#516273
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#636394
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mountain River
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mountain River 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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Mountain River — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mountain River have?
Mountain River by Valspar 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 Mountain River from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mountain River are English Channel by Behr (a close digital match), Midnight Show by Behr (a close digital match), America'S Cup Navy by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mountain River'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 Mountain River?
Mountain River has a estimated lightness value of 11.7, 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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