Elusive Dawn MQ2-36 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D3BBA9, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Sand from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D3BBA9 · MQ2-36
Elusive Dawn
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Elusive Dawn Technical Profile
HEX Code#D3BBA9
RGB211, 187, 169
Estimated LRV52.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Elusive Dawn
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Classic Sand
Sherwin-Williams
#D6BCAA
Close digital match
Cashmere Wrap
Benjamin Moore
#D2BAAA
Close digital match
Milk Toast
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#D6BFAB
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Desert Sand
PPG
#D2BEAD
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#D0B9A4
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#CDB5A6
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#CAB3A0
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Colors That Work With Elusive Dawn
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elusive Dawn
#D3BBA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elusive Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elusive Dawn 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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Elusive Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elusive Dawn have?
Elusive Dawn by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Elusive Dawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elusive Dawn are Classic Sand by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cashmere Wrap by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Saint Martin Sand by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Elusive Dawn'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 Elusive Dawn?
Elusive Dawn has a estimated lightness value of 52.3, 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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