Ref. #736A74 · MQ1-33
Sultry Smoke
15%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sultry Smoke Technical Profile
What color is Sultry Smoke? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #736A74. Sultry Smoke has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Sultry Smoke creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Sultry Smoke 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 Sultry Smoke
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sultry Smoke
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Sultry Smoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sultry Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sultry Smoke have?
Sultry Smoke by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Sultry Smoke from other brands?
The closest matches are Exclusive Plum by Sherwin-Williams (#736F78), Silverado by PPG (#6A6472), Silverado by PPG (#6A6472). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sultry Smoke?
Sultry Smoke has an LRV of 15.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.