Dark Shadows MQ5-02 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5B595D, estimated LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zuli from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #5B595D · MQ5-02
Dark Shadows
10%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Shadows Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B595D
RGB91, 89, 93
Estimated LRV10.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#5D585B
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Colors That Work With Dark Shadows
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Shadows
#5B595D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C5D8C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Shadows 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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Dark Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Shadows have?
Dark Shadows by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Dark Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Shadows are Zuli by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Cloak Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Thunderous Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dark Shadows'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 Dark Shadows?
Dark Shadows has a estimated lightness value of 10.2, 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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Why Dark Shadows's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.