Applause Please MQ5-12 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #83899A, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Irises from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #83899A · MQ5-12
Applause Please
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Applause Please Technical Profile
HEX Code#83899A
RGB131, 137, 154
Estimated LRV25.0
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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#858A9B
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Colors That Work With Applause Please
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Applause Please
#83899A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Applause Please
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Applause Please 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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Applause Please — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Applause Please have?
Applause Please by Behr has a neutral 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 Applause Please from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Applause Please are Irises by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Deep Wisteria by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Dark Winter Sky Blue by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Applause Please'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 Applause Please?
Applause Please has a estimated lightness value of 25.0, 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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