Moonquake N450-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #85A3A3, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Boca Raton Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #85A3A3 · N450-4
Moonquake
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moonquake Technical Profile
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Moonquake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moonquake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMoonquake
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBoca Raton Blue
Boca Raton Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Weathered Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Acapulco Aqua
Vista Paint
Very similar
Secluded Garden
Valspar
Very similar
North Beach Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Delft
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Green Sea
PPG
Very similar
Mythical Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
June Gloom
Kilz
Very similar
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moonquake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moonquake
#85A3A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moonquake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moonquake 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 Moonquake.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moonquake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moonquake have?
Moonquake by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Moonquake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moonquake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moonquake are Boca Raton Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Williamsburg Wythe Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Weathered Teal by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Moonquake'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 Moonquake?
Moonquake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Moonquake's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.