Parisian Cafe MQ2-33 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A08D84, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Studio Clay from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A08D84 · MQ2-33
Parisian Cafe
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Parisian Cafe Technical Profile
HEX Code#A08D84
RGB160, 141, 132
Estimated LRV28.2
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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#A08F85
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#A28B80
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Colors That Work With Parisian Cafe
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Parisian Cafe
#A08D84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Parisian Cafe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Parisian Cafe Room Palettes
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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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Parisian Cafe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Parisian Cafe have?
Parisian Cafe by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Parisian Cafe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Parisian Cafe are Studio Clay by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Tanglewood by PPG (a close digital match), Bush Buck by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Parisian Cafe'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 Parisian Cafe?
Parisian Cafe has a estimated lightness value of 28.2, 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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