Distant Star MQ5-31 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B7BEC1, LRV 53 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Frost from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7BEC1 · MQ5-31
Distant Star
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Distant Star Technical Profile
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Distant Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Distant Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDistant Star
Nearly identical
PPGGray Frost
Gray Frost
PPG
Nearly identical
Krypton
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chromed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Crestline
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Thundercloud Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Platinum Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Autumn Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Vista Paint
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Distant Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match Distant Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distant Star are Gray Frost by PPG (a near-identical match), Krypton by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Chromed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Distant Star'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 Distant Star?
Distant Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.0, 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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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.