Ref. #C2BFCC · MQ5-40
Satire
53%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Satire Technical Profile
What color is Satire? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #C2BFCC. Colors similar to Satire include PPG Silverberry, Benjamin Moore North Cascades, Valspar Fragrant Lilac. Satire has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Satire sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Satire pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Satire
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Satire
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Satire.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Satire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Satire have?
Satire by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Satire from other brands?
The closest matches are Silverberry by PPG (#BEBBC9), North Cascades by Benjamin Moore (#C4C3D1), Fragrant Lilac by Valspar (#C4C4D1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Satire?
Satire has an LRV of 53.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Satire's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.