Elkhound MQ1-56 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #876F69, 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.
Ref. #876F69 · MQ1-56
Elkhound
18%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Elkhound Technical Profile
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Elkhound in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elkhound in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrElkhound
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRosy Taupe
Rosy Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dutch Cocoa
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mocha Café
Vista Paint
Very similar
Woodchuck
PPG
Very similar
Sequoia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brown Bark
Valspar
Very similar
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fine Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elkhound
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Elkhound.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elkhound — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elkhound have?
Elkhound by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Elkhound in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elkhound from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elkhound are Rosy Taupe by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Leather Bound by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dutch Cocoa by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.