Behr Intercoastal Gray MQ5-23
| Color code: | MQ5-23 |
| Color name: | Intercoastal Gray |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Intercoastal Gray?
Behr's Intercoastal Gray (MQ5-23) exudes a sophisticated and timeless charm, making it a versatile choice for any space. This muted hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like white and beige for a classic look, while also complementing bolder shades such as navy blue or emerald green for a more striking aesthetic. Incorporating accents in gold or silver can enhance the elegance of Intercoastal Gray (MQ5-23) and add a touch of glamour to your interior design scheme. Whether used as a primary wall color or as an accent, this color will bring depth and warmth to your space.
Behr MQ5-23 on kitchen cabinets
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Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Intercoastal Gray for exterior
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Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Behr Intercoastal Gray reviews
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View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
What are Behr Intercoastal Gray undertones?
Blue is Behr Intercoastal Gray 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:
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RGB code:
168, 181, 188
Is Behr Intercoastal Gray MQ5-23 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 201° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray HSL code: 201, 13%, 70%
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.
- Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
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 Intercoastal Gray:
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
Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray
Darker shades
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
Intercoastal Gray MQ5-23 vs Shadow Blue N480-3
LRV: 44.54%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 44.27%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
Intercoastal Gray MQ5-23 vs Chivalrous S550-3
LRV: 44.54%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 44.8%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold