Masterpiece MQ5-08 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A1A2AB, estimated LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Amethyst Haze from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A1A2AB · MQ5-08
Masterpiece
36%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Masterpiece Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1A2AB
RGB161, 162, 171
Estimated LRV36.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#A0A0AA
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Aviator Silver
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#9DA0AB
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Window Grey
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#9DA1AA
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#9D9DA7
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#A6A3A9
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Colors That Work With Masterpiece
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Masterpiece
#A1A2AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Masterpiece
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Masterpiece 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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Masterpiece — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Masterpiece have?
Masterpiece by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Masterpiece from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Masterpiece are Amethyst Haze by PPG (a close digital match), Aviator Silver by Kilz (a close digital match), Window Grey by RAL (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Masterpiece'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 Masterpiece?
Masterpiece has a estimated lightness value of 36.4, 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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