Translucent Silk MQ3-36 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E0D5CA, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pink Fluff from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E0D5CA · MQ3-36
Translucent Silk
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Translucent Silk Technical Profile
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Translucent Silk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Translucent Silk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTranslucent Silk
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPink Fluff
Pink Fluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frosted Toffee
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Casual Elegance
PPG
Nearly identical
Mossy Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cappuccino Foam
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kestrel White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Starched Linen
Kilz
Nearly identical
Linen White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Almond Milk
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Translucent Silk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Translucent Silk
#E0D5CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Translucent Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Translucent Silk 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 Translucent Silk.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Translucent Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Translucent Silk have?
Translucent Silk by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Translucent Silk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Translucent Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Translucent Silk are Pink Fluff by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Frosted Toffee by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Skimming Stone by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Translucent Silk'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 Translucent Silk?
Translucent Silk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.7, 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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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 Translucent Silk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.