Ref. #B7BEC1 · MQ5-31
Distant Star
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Distant Star Technical Profile
What color is Distant Star? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #B7BEC1. Colors similar to Distant Star include PPG Gray Frost, Sherwin-Williams Krypton, Dunn-Edwards Crestline. Distant Star has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Distant Star sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Distant Star pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Distant Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Distant Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distant Star
#B7BEC1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distant Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distant Star 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 Distant Star.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Distant Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distant Star have?
Distant Star by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Distant Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Frost by PPG (#B8BFC2), Krypton by Sherwin-Williams (#B8C0C3), Crestline by Dunn-Edwards (#B4BCBF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Distant Star?
Distant Star has an LRV of 53.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Distant Star's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.