Ref. #748894 · N530-5
Mission Control
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mission Control Technical Profile
What color is Mission Control? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #748894. Colors similar to Mission Control include Valspar Cornflower Blue, Kilz Porpoise Gray, Sherwin-Williams Bracing Blue. Mission Control has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Mission Control creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Mission Control pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Mission Control
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mission Control
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mission Control
#748894
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mission Control
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mission Control 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 Mission Control.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mission Control — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mission Control have?
Mission Control by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mission Control from other brands?
The closest matches are Cornflower Blue by Valspar (#768793), Porpoise Gray by Kilz (#788791), Bracing Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#768B9A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mission Control?
Mission Control has an LRV of 23.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mission Control's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.