Behr Extravagance MQ5-1

Color code:MQ5-1
Color name:Extravagance
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Extravagance?

Elevate your space with Behr MQ5-1 Extravagance, a luxurious blend of deep, rich burgundy and violet tones that exude opulence and sophistication. This stunning color pairs effortlessly with creamy off-white tones like Behr W-F-700 Whisper White for a refined and elegant look. For a bold contrast, consider pairing Extravagance with warm neutrals like Behr T15-16 Midnight in the Tropics or cool tones like Behr N530-2 After Rain. Whether used as an accent wall or to infuse drama into an entire room, this majestic hue is sure to leave a lasting impression.

What are Behr Extravagance undertones?

Purple is Behr Extravagance undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#4E4850

RGB code:

78, 72, 80

Is Behr Extravagance MQ5-1 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 285° this Purple refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

MQ5-1 Extravagance HSL code: 285, 5%, 30%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Purple will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Grey undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Extravagance:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Extravagance MQ5-1 vs Instant Classic MQ1-34

Behr Extravagance MQ5-1 vs Behr Instant Classic MQ1-34Open Extravagance MQ5-1
LRV: 7.34%
Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 7.66%
Dark color
Temperature: warm

Extravagance MQ5-1 vs Limo-Scene N560-7

Behr Extravagance MQ5-1 vs Behr Limo-Scene N560-7Open Extravagance MQ5-1
LRV: 7.34%
Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 7.29%
Dark color
Temperature: cold