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Behr Translucent Silk MQ3-36

Translucent Silk

Behr

MQ3-36

About Translucent Silk by Behr

Translucent Silk MQ3-36 by Behr is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 70% and hue near 34° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 69.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e1d8cc

RGB: 225, 216, 204

Hue34°

Saturation26%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Translucent Silk from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Translucent Silk looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Translucent Silk MQ3-36 a warm or cool color?
Translucent Silk by Behr is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Translucent Silk?
Translucent Silk sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 34°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Translucent Silk?
Brightness is about 70%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 34°. The hex value is #e1d8cc. The RGB value is 225, 216, 204.
Is Translucent Silk better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Translucent Silk has brightness around 70%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Translucent Silk?
You can match Translucent Silk with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Translucent Silk work best in a home?
Translucent Silk works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Translucent Silk compare to a pure white paint?
Translucent Silk is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Translucent Silk in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Translucent Silk in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Translucent Silk. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Translucent Silk. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.