Modern History MQ2-28 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BC9F7D, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cocoa Nib from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BC9F7D · MQ2-28
Modern History
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Modern History Technical Profile
HEX Code#BC9F7D
RGB188, 159, 125
Estimated LRV37.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Modern History
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Modern History
#BC9F7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Modern History
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Modern History 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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Modern History — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Modern History have?
Modern History by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Modern History from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Modern History are Cocoa Nib by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Cocoa Nib by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Bernard Beach by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Modern History'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 Modern History?
Modern History has a estimated lightness value of 37.0, 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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