Object Of Desire MQ1-36 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B5A5A6, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Intuitive from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5A5A6 · MQ1-36
Object Of Desire
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Object Of Desire Technical Profile
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Object Of Desire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Object Of Desire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrObject Of Desire
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIntuitive
Intuitive
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mauve Desert
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Claystone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Twilight Mauve
Valspar
Very similar
Hazelnut
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Toasted Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Coffee Custard
PPG
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Object Of Desire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Object Of Desire
#B5A5A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9685
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Object Of Desire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Object Of Desire 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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Object Of Desire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Object Of Desire have?
Object Of Desire 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 Object Of Desire in your own space before committing.
What colors match Object Of Desire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Object Of Desire are Intuitive by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Mauve Desert by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Flexible Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Object Of Desire'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 Object Of Desire?
Object Of Desire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Object Of Desire's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.