Satire MQ5-40 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C2BFCC, estimated LRV 53 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silverberry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C2BFCC · MQ5-40
Satire
53%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Satire Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2BFCC
RGB194, 191, 204
Estimated LRV53.1
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 →
Silverberry
PPG
#BEBBC9
Close digital match
Magellic Purple
Dutch Boy
#C6C4D1
Close digital match
North Cascades
Benjamin Moore
#C4C3D1
Close digital match
Fragrant Lilac
Valspar
#C4C4D1
Close digital match
Grape Mist
Sherwin-Williams
#C5C0C9
Close digital match
Savoy
Hirshfield's
#BEBDC6
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Orchid Fragrance
Vista Paint
#C7BFCD
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Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
#C0BDD2
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Winter Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
#B8B8CB
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Farrow & Ball
#CCC8CE
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#CEC4C5
Visible digital difference
Agate Grey
RAL
#C3C3C3
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Colors That Work With Satire
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Satire
#C2BFCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A285AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Satire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Satire 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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Satire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Satire have?
Satire by Behr has a cool (violet) 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 Satire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Satire are Silverberry by PPG (a close digital match), Magellic Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), North Cascades by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Satire'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 Satire?
Satire has a estimated lightness value of 53.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Satire's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.