Granite Dust MQ3-06 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D7CEC4, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whirlwind from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D7CEC4 · MQ3-06
Granite Dust
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Granite Dust Technical Profile
HEX Code#D7CEC4
RGB215, 206, 196
Estimated LRV62.6
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 Familybeige
BrandBehr
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#D8CFC6
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#DAD1C6
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#DBD2C7
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Sea Froth
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#D9D0C8
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Olympic Circle
Vista Paint
#DBD1C5
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Starched Linen
Kilz
#DAD2C7
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Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
#D9CFC2
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Heritage Gray
Valspar
#D1CBC1
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Fine Grain
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#D8CFC1
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Colors That Work With Granite Dust
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Granite Dust
#D7CEC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Granite Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Granite Dust 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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Granite Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Granite Dust have?
Granite Dust by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Granite Dust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Granite Dust are Whirlwind by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Popular Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Shimmering Silver by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Granite Dust'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 Granite Dust?
Granite Dust has a estimated lightness value of 62.6, 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 Granite Dust's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.