Poetry Reading MQ5-17 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9DABC7, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Musical Play from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9DABC7 · MQ5-17
Poetry Reading
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Poetry Reading in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poetry Reading in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPoetry Reading
Nearly identical
KilzMusical Play
Musical Play
Kilz
Nearly identical
Easter Egg
PPG
Nearly identical
Lite Periwinkle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sapphire Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heartsong
Valspar
Very similar
Freesia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Washed Indigo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lazy Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poetry Reading
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poetry Reading
#9DABC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poetry Reading
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poetry Reading 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poetry Reading — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poetry Reading have?
Poetry Reading 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 Poetry Reading in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poetry Reading from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poetry Reading are Musical Play by Kilz (a near-identical match), Easter Egg by PPG (a near-identical match), Lite Periwinkle by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Poetry Reading'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 Poetry Reading?
Poetry Reading has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.4, 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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