Bistro MQ2-34 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #715A54, estimated 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.
Behr · #715A54 · MQ2-34
Bistro
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bistro Technical Profile
HEX Code#715A54
RGB113, 90, 84
Estimated LRV11.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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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Compare alternatives to Bistro
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Velvet
Benjamin Moore
#6E5955
Close digital match
Powderhorn Manor
Vista Paint
#6C5652
Close digital match
Bridle Leather Brown
Valspar
#6B5652
Close digital match
Pine Cone
Dunn-Edwards
#765952
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#745C51
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Bateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#7A5F5A
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Chocolate Torte
Kilz
#715F58
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Spicewood Brown
PPG
#7A5E54
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#78635E
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#6F595D
Visible digital difference
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#755C48
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#805348
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Colors That Work With Bistro
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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
Digital 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
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Bistro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bistro have?
Bistro by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Bistro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bistro are Velvet by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Powderhorn Manor by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Bridle Leather Brown by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.