Desert Hotsprings MQ6-50 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C1C6AA, estimated LRV 55 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elfin Sage from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C1C6AA · MQ6-50
Desert Hotsprings
55%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Desert Hotsprings Technical Profile
HEX Code#C1C6AA
RGB193, 198, 170
Estimated LRV54.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Desert Hotsprings
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Hotsprings
#C1C6AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Hotsprings
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Hotsprings 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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Desert Hotsprings — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Hotsprings have?
Desert Hotsprings by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Desert Hotsprings from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Hotsprings are Elfin Sage by PPG (a close digital match), California Avocado by Kilz (a close digital match), Prairie Sage by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Hotsprings'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 Desert Hotsprings?
Desert Hotsprings has a estimated lightness value of 54.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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