Rush Hour MQ5-25 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #526873, estimated LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Waterloo from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #526873 · MQ5-25
Rush Hour
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rush Hour Technical Profile
HEX Code#526873
RGB82, 104, 115
Estimated LRV12.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Rush Hour
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rush Hour
#526873
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#636B95
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rush Hour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rush Hour 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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Rush Hour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rush Hour have?
Rush Hour by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Rush Hour from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rush Hour are Waterloo by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Silent Night by PPG (a close digital match), Grayed Navy by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rush Hour'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 Rush Hour?
Rush Hour has a estimated lightness value of 12.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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