Intercoastal Gray MQ5-23 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A5B0B9, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite Fog from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5B0B9 · MQ5-23
Intercoastal Gray
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Intercoastal Gray Technical Profile
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Intercoastal Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Intercoastal Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrIntercoastal Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparGranite Fog
Granite Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Island View
PPG
Nearly identical
Fogged in
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Solitude
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Irogon Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lakeside
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cystern
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Intercoastal Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Intercoastal Gray
#A5B0B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Intercoastal Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Intercoastal Gray 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 Intercoastal Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Intercoastal Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Intercoastal Gray have?
Intercoastal Gray by Behr has a neutral 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 Intercoastal Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Intercoastal Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Intercoastal Gray are Granite Fog by Valspar (a near-identical match), Island View by PPG (a near-identical match), How Handsome by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Intercoastal Gray'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 Intercoastal Gray?
Intercoastal Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Intercoastal Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.