# Behr Distant Star

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-distant-star](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-distant-star)

Behr MQ5-31 Distant Star is a serene and calming shade that brings a touch of sophistication to any space. This soft gray-blue hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites like "Ultra Pure White" and earthy tones such as "Rustic Taupe" (PMD-44). Complement the cool undertones of Distant Star with accents in warm shades like "Light Caramel" and "Sandy Beach" (N260-2) for a balanced and inviting interior. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, Distant Star adds a subtle elegance to bedrooms, living rooms, or bathrooms. Elevate your design with this versatile and timeless color choice from Behr.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Distant Star
- **Color code:** MQ5-31
- **HEX:** #bac1c3
- **RGB:** 186, 193, 195
- **LRV:** 52.16%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Grey
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 193° Saturation: 4.62% Value: 76.47%
- **HSL:** hsl(193, 7, 75)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 4.62 Magenta: 1.03 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 23.53
- **YIQ:** Y: 191.135 I: -4.814 Q: -0.858
- **XYZ:** X: 49.167 Y: 52.519 Z: 59.162
- **CIE Lab:** L:77.59 a:-2.031 b:-1.839
- **CIE Luv:** L:77.59 u:-4.004 v:-2.414
- **Decimal:** 12239299
- **Hunter Lab:** 72.47, -5.719, 2.327

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Krypton](https://plan-home.com/color/krypton-sw-6247)
- [Valspar Shallow Skies](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-shallow-skies)
- [Sherwin Williams Samovar Silver](https://plan-home.com/color/samovar-silver-sw-6233)
- [Behr Icicles](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-icicles)
- [Benjamin Moore Thundercloud Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-thundercloud-gray-2124-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Eternity](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-eternity-af-695)
- [Valspar Elliott Bay](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-elliott-bay)
- [Benjamin Moore Gray Timber Wolf](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-gray-timber-wolf-2126-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Winter Solstice](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-winter-solstice-1605)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Springs](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-springs-1592)
- [Behr Galactic Tint](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-galactic-tint)
- [Behr Hush](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-hush)
- [Behr Silver Mine](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-silver-mine)
- [Behr French Silver](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-french-silver)
- [Sherwin Williams Lazy Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/lazy-gray-sw-6254)
- [Benjamin Moore Silver Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-silver-lake-1598)
- [Valspar Seersucker](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-seersucker)
- [Valspar Moroccan Moderne](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-moroccan-moderne)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Silver Shadow](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-silver-shadow)
- [Behr Galactic Tint](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-galactic-tint)
- [Behr Billowing Clouds](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-billowing-clouds)
- [Behr Absolute Zero](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-absolute-zero)
- [Behr Icicles](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-icicles)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Dark Storm Cloud](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dark-storm-cloud)
- [Behr Pencil Sketch](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-pencil-sketch)
- [Behr Nor'Wester](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-norwester)
- [Behr Gotham Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-gotham-gray)
- [Behr Half Sea Fog](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-half-sea-fog)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Autumn Ashes](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-autumn-ashes)
- [Behr Piano Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-piano-brown)
- [Behr Tribeca](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-tribeca)
- [Behr Oak Creek](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-oak-creek)
- [Behr Chicago Fog](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chicago-fog)
- [Behr White City](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-white-city)
- [Behr Underground](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-underground)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.