Ref. #BDC1C1 · 10-15
Quest
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Quest Technical Profile
What color is Quest? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #BDC1C1. Colors similar to Quest include Benjamin Moore Eternity, MPC Hot Plata Basecoat, MPC Frost White Prl over Hot Plata. Quest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Quest sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Quest pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Quest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Eternity
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hot Plata Basecoat
MPC
Nearly identical
Foil
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rocky Shelter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Platinum Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Prairie Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Samovar Silver
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quest
#BDC1C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quest 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Quest.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Quest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quest have?
Quest by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Quest from other brands?
The closest matches are Eternity by Benjamin Moore (#BFC3C3), Hot Plata Basecoat by MPC (#BFC1C1), Frost White Prl over Hot Plata by MPC (#BFC1C1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Quest?
Quest has an LRV of 52.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Quest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.