Encore MQ5-11 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6B7182, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Favorite Denim Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6B7182 · MQ5-11
Encore
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Encore Technical Profile
HEX Code#6B7182
RGB107, 113, 130
Estimated LRV16.5
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Favorite Denim Blue
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#697283
Close digital match
Amethyst Shadow
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#6F7283
Close digital match
Overlook
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#686D7C
Close digital match
Overlook
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#686C7A
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#5C6576
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Colors That Work With Encore
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Encore
#6B7182
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#847AA6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Encore
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Encore 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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Encore — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Encore have?
Encore by Behr has a neutral 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 Encore from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Encore are Favorite Denim Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Amethyst Shadow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Overlook by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Encore'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 Encore?
Encore has a estimated lightness value of 16.5, 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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