Paint Color Lab Breezeway Behr MQ3-21
Behr Breezeway (MQ3-21) has an LRV of 66 and a green undertone; Benjamin Moore Palladian Blue is its closest match (ΔE 2.4).
- LRV
- 66light reflectance, 0–100
- Undertone
- Greencalculated from Lab
- Hex
- #CCD8CF
- RGB
- 204, 216, 207
- CIE Lab
- 85.2 / -5.7 / 3.0D65, from hex
- Depth
- Light
Closest matches to Breezeway in other brands
Ranked by CIEDE2000 colour difference (ΔE). Under 1 is near-identical; under 2 is hard to tell apart on a wall.
| Color | Brand | LRV | ΔE 2000 | How close |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palladian Blue BM HC-144 | Benjamin Moore | 60.4 | 2.4 | close, visible side by side |
| Rainwashed SW 6211 | Sherwin-Williams | 59 | 2.6 | close, visible side by side |
| Quiet Moments BM 1563 | Benjamin Moore | 60.73 | 2.7 | close, visible side by side |
| Sea Salt SW 6204 | Sherwin-Williams | 63 | 3.2 | close, visible side by side |
| Elemental PPG 1011-2 | PPG | 66 | 6.4 | similar, clearly different |
| Seashell Gray Valspar 4003-1A | Valspar | 69.25 | 6.5 | similar, clearly different |
| Tempered Gray Valspar 4004-1A | Valspar | 64.93 | 6.5 | similar, clearly different |
| Aria PPG 1001-2 | PPG | 77 | 7.2 | same family only |
Matches come from the 190 colors in our database so far, not from every color each brand makes. Try the color matcher for any hex code.
Breezeway on a wall
About Breezeway
Breezeway LRV and undertone
Behr Breezeway (MQ3-21) has an LRV of 66, placing it in the light range. Light Reflectance Value measures how much visible light a color reflects, from 0 for black to 100 for white. At 66, the color reflects a substantial amount of light without reaching the highest end of the scale. Its hex value is #CCD8CF, and the supplied classification identifies it as a green-family color with a green undertone.
Breezeway’s green classification matters when pairing it with other colors. White trim can create a clear edge, while gray or other green finishes may produce a more coordinated transition. Green undertones can shift in appearance with changing daylight: cooler north-facing light may emphasize cooler aspects, while warmer south-facing light can alter the balance. Because the LRV is relatively high, this shade may work in rooms where maintaining light reflection is a priority. Check a sample beside the room’s flooring and fixed surfaces.
Breezeway in other brands
The closest listed alternative is Benjamin Moore Palladian Blue (HC-144), with an LRV of 60.4 and a ΔE of 2.4. Sherwin-Williams Rainwashed (SW 6211) follows with an LRV of 59.0 and a ΔE of 2.6. Benjamin Moore Quiet Moments (1563) has an LRV of 60.73 and a ΔE of 2.7. A ΔE between 2 and 4 indicates a close match, but the difference remains visible when the paints are compared side by side.
Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt (SW 6204) has an LRV of 63.0 and a ΔE of 3.2, also within that range. PPG Elemental (PPG1011-2) has an LRV of 66.0 but a ΔE of 6.4, so its matching light-reflectance value does not make it a close color match. Compare both color appearance and LRV when choosing a cross-brand substitute.
Lighter and darker Behr alternatives
Behr Etched Glass (MQ3-27) has an LRV of 75, making it lighter than Breezeway. Behr Silver Drop (790C-2), at LRV 70, is also lighter. Behr Light French Gray (720E-2) has an LRV of 61, and Behr Dolphin Fin (790C-3) has an LRV of 59, so both are darker alternatives.
The listed ΔE values range from 4.4 to 6.8, meaning these choices are similar rather than near-identical. A higher-LRV color can help a room reflect more light, while a lower-LRV option provides a deeper contrast against white trim. Test each sample at different times of day because nearby colors and changing illumination affect how paint appears.
Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Behr’s page for Breezeway.
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Hex, RGB and LRV (as published) from Behr's page for this color, checked October 24, 2026. Lab, undertone and ΔE are our calculations. Not affiliated with Behr. See how we measure colors.