Elkhound MQ1-56 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #876F69, estimated LRV 18 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rosy Taupe from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #876F69 · MQ1-56
Elkhound
18%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Elkhound Technical Profile
HEX Code#876F69
RGB135, 111, 105
Estimated LRV17.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Elkhound
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elkhound
#876F69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A79A7C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elkhound
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elkhound 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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Elkhound — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elkhound have?
Elkhound by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Elkhound from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elkhound are Rosy Taupe by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Leather Bound by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Dutch Cocoa by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Elkhound'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 Elkhound?
Elkhound has a estimated lightness value of 17.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elkhound's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.