Syrup MQ2-2 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AF8565, estimated LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gleaming Tan from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AF8565 · MQ2-2
Syrup
27%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Syrup Technical Profile
HEX Code#AF8565
RGB175, 133, 101
Estimated LRV26.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Syrup
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Syrup
#AF8565
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Syrup
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Syrup 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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Syrup — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Syrup have?
Syrup by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown 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 Syrup from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Syrup are Gleaming Tan by Valspar (a close digital match), Skinny Dip by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Carmel Valley by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Syrup'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 Syrup?
Syrup has a estimated lightness value of 26.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Syrup's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.