Bistro MQ2-34 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #715A54, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #715A54 · MQ2-34
Bistro
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bistro Technical Profile
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Bistro in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bistro in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBistro
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreVelvet
Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Powderhorn Manor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bridle Leather Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pine Cone
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wooden Nutmeg
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Very similar
Spicewood Brown
PPG
Very similar
Gridlock
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bistro
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bistro
#715A54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#958663
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bistro
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bistro 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 Bistro.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bistro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bistro have?
Bistro 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 Bistro in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bistro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bistro are Velvet by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Powderhorn Manor by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Bridle Leather Brown by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bistro'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 Bistro?
Bistro has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Bistro's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.