Sultry Smoke MQ1-33 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #736A74, estimated LRV 15 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exclusive Plum from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #736A74 · MQ1-33
Sultry Smoke
15%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sultry Smoke Technical Profile
HEX Code#736A74
RGB115, 106, 116
Estimated LRV15.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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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Colors That Work With Sultry Smoke
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sultry Smoke
#736A74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0718D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sultry Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sultry Smoke 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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Sultry Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sultry Smoke have?
Sultry Smoke by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Sultry Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sultry Smoke are Exclusive Plum by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Harvested Grape by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Silverado by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sultry Smoke'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 Sultry Smoke?
Sultry Smoke has a estimated lightness value of 15.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sultry Smoke's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.