Rock Crystal MQ3-28 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CCC8C9, 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.
Ref. #CCC8C9 · MQ3-28
Rock Crystal
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rock Crystal Technical Profile
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Rock Crystal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rock Crystal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRock Crystal
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDangerous Robot
Dangerous Robot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Unique Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
A Touch of Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Elephant in the Room
Valspar
Nearly identical
Urban Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Violet Pearl
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cool Elegance
Vista Paint
Very similar
Orchid Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Worsted
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Silverado
Kilz
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rock Crystal
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Rock Crystal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rock Crystal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rock Crystal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rock Crystal are Dangerous Robot by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Unique Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), A Touch of Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Rock Crystal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.