Kyoto Pearl MQ3-02 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DFD6D1, estimated 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.
Behr · #DFD6D1 · MQ3-02
Kyoto Pearl
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kyoto Pearl Technical Profile
HEX Code#DFD6D1
RGB223, 214, 209
Estimated LRV68.4
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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#E3D9D5
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#DFD5CD
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Featherstone
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Colors That Work With Kyoto Pearl
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kyoto Pearl
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kyoto Pearl Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Kyoto Pearl from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kyoto Pearl are Thick Fog by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Dreamy White by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Hush White by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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