Kyoto Pearl MQ3-02 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DFD6D1, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thick Fog from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFD6D1 · MQ3-02
Kyoto Pearl
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kyoto Pearl Technical Profile
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Kyoto Pearl in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kyoto Pearl in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrKyoto Pearl
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsThick Fog
Thick Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dreamy White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Steel Me
PPG
Nearly identical
Crushed Out
Valspar
Nearly identical
Miguel Angel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pebble Shores
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Venetian Wall
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Featherstone
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Barely Mocha
Kilz
Very similar
Great White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kyoto Pearl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kyoto Pearl
#DFD6D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kyoto Pearl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kyoto Pearl 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 Kyoto Pearl.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kyoto Pearl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kyoto Pearl have?
Kyoto Pearl by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kyoto Pearl in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kyoto Pearl from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kyoto Pearl are Thick Fog by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dreamy White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Hush White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kyoto Pearl'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 Kyoto Pearl?
Kyoto Pearl has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kyoto Pearl's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.