Mystery MQ5-51 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8098B3, 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.
Ref. #8098B3 · MQ5-51
Mystery
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mystery Technical Profile
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Mystery in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mystery in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMystery
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDenim Tradition
Denim Tradition
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cry Me a River
Valspar
Nearly identical
North Sea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bluesy Note
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gingham Blue
PPG
Very similar
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Steel Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mystery
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Mystery.
More blue colors from other brands
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mystery in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mystery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mystery are Denim Tradition by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cry Me a River by Valspar (a near-identical match), North Sea by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Mystery's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.