Rock Crystal MQ3-28 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CCC8C9, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dangerous Robot from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CCC8C9 · MQ3-28
Rock Crystal
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rock Crystal Technical Profile
HEX Code#CCC8C9
RGB204, 200, 201
Estimated LRV58.4
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dangerous Robot
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#CBC5C6
Close digital match
Unique Gray
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#CBC9C9
Close digital match
A Touch of Gray
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#CAC8CB
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#CAC8CB
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#D4D0D1
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Colors That Work With Rock Crystal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rock Crystal
#CCC8C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8F85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rock Crystal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rock Crystal 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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Rock Crystal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rock Crystal have?
Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rock Crystal are Dangerous Robot by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Unique Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), A Touch of Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rock Crystal'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 Rock Crystal?
Rock Crystal has a estimated lightness value of 58.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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