Unpredictable Hue MQ2-58 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #77736D, LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gauntlet Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #77736D · MQ2-58
Unpredictable Hue
17%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Unpredictable Hue Technical Profile
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Unpredictable Hue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Unpredictable Hue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrUnpredictable Hue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGauntlet Gray
Gauntlet Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grey Hearth
PPG
Nearly identical
Great Gray Owl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Windy City
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Antiquated Chain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rugged Suede
Valspar
Very similar
Burnished Pewter
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stormy Weather
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Unpredictable Hue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Unpredictable Hue
#77736D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EA374
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Unpredictable Hue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Unpredictable Hue 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
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Unpredictable Hue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Unpredictable Hue have?
Unpredictable Hue by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Unpredictable Hue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Unpredictable Hue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Unpredictable Hue are Gauntlet Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grey Hearth by PPG (a near-identical match), Great Gray Owl by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Unpredictable Hue'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 Unpredictable Hue?
Unpredictable Hue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.3, 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 Unpredictable Hue's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.