Distant Star MQ5-31 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B7BEC1, estimated 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.
Behr · #B7BEC1 · MQ5-31
Distant Star
53%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Distant Star Technical Profile
HEX Code#B7BEC1
RGB183, 190, 193
Estimated LRV53.0
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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#B8BFC2
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#B9BEC1
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#B7BBBB
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Colors That Work With Distant Star
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Distant Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distant Star are Gray Frost by PPG (a close digital match), Krypton by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Chromed by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Distant Star's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.