Mystery MQ5-51 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8098B3, estimated LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Denim Tradition from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8098B3 · MQ5-51
Mystery
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mystery Technical Profile
HEX Code#8098B3
RGB128, 152, 179
Estimated LRV30.3
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Mystery
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Denim Tradition
Dunn-Edwards
#7F97B5
Close digital match
Cry Me a River
Valspar
#8396B0
Close digital match
North Sea
Vista Paint
#8599AF
Close digital match
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
#7C94B3
Close digital match
Bluesy Note
Sherwin-Williams
#7C9AB5
Close digital match
Gingham Blue
PPG
#7796B8
Similar digital color
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
#8396A8
Similar digital color
Steel Blue
Benjamin Moore
#889FC0
Similar digital color
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
#8FA4BF
Similar digital color
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
#6A90B4
Similar digital color
Water .05
Colorhouse
#82979D
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Mystery
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mystery
#8098B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mystery
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mystery 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mystery — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mystery have?
Mystery by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Mystery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mystery are Denim Tradition by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Cry Me a River by Valspar (a close digital match), North Sea by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mystery'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 Mystery?
Mystery has a estimated lightness value of 30.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mystery's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.