Czarina MQ1-48 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #78595D, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is River Rouge from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #78595D · MQ1-48
Czarina
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Czarina Technical Profile
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Czarina in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Czarina in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCzarina
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRiver Rouge
River Rouge
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Roasted Eggplant
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Christopher'S Burgundy
PPG
Very similar
Ripe Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pinch of Spice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Purple Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Evolution
Vista Paint
Very similar
Madder
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Czarina
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Czarina
#78595D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B7C69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Czarina
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Czarina 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 Czarina.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Czarina — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Czarina have?
Czarina 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 Czarina in your own space before committing.
What colors match Czarina from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Czarina are River Rouge by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Roasted Eggplant by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Christopher'S Burgundy by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Czarina'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 Czarina?
Czarina has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.9, 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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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 Czarina's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.