Mountain River 4005-6C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #516273, 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.
Ref. #516273 · 4005-6C
Mountain River
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mountain River Technical Profile
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Mountain River in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mountain River in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMountain River
Nearly identical
BehrEnglish Channel
English Channel
Behr
Nearly identical
America'S Cup Navy
PPG
Very similar
Periscope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Van Deusen Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Blazing Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Poseidon Depths
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stormy Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Needlepoint Navy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Seal Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Distant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mountain River
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Mountain River.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mountain River in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mountain River from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mountain River are English Channel by Behr (a near-identical match), Midnight Show by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mountain River's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.