Match of Behr™ MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray *

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A match of Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray is a muted medium-light gray with a cool lean. Its low chroma gives it a soft, restrained look, while the blue-green bias keeps it from reading as a flat neutral. With an LRV of 44.75, it sits in a midrange depth that reads neither washed out nor especially dark.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this selected Behr color can be useful on vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, conduit, railings, mailbox parts, brackets, shutter hardware, and similar small items where a quiet gray-blue finish is needed. It also works well for PVC, shelving supports, frames, knobs, and other sprayable parts that need to coordinate to a known color reference rather than stand out as a separate piece.

Because the color is low in chroma, it usually sprays as a restrained gray-blue instead of a vivid blue. Coverage is generally manageable, but the final appearance can shift with sheen, substrate color, and surface texture. Darker or uneven bases may still influence the result until enough film is built, and glossier finishes can make surface flaws or sheen differences more noticeable.

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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Behr™ MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray *

How should I prep a surface before using MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray by Behr as a MyPerfectColor match?

Clean the surface first so dust, oils, and loose material do not interfere with adhesion. If the surface is glossy or already coated, light scuffing can help the new coating grip better. Mask off areas you do not want painted, and test MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray on the actual surface before painting the full item so you can confirm the finish and adhesion on that material.

Can MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray be sprayed on plastic, and what prep should I use?

Plastic surfaces vary, so test MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray on the actual part before committing to the full project. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but using the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel can improve adhesion on difficult or low-energy plastics. Clean the plastic well first, remove grease or mold release, and let the test area dry before deciding on the full application.

Where do I find the SDS for MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray by Behr when ordering MyPerfectColor paint?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product and its chemistry, not the Behr color name alone. Use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact product you are ordering: MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets. If you are choosing between formats, check the SDS for the specific paint type, such as spray paint or another MyPerfectColor product.

How much MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray spray paint should I order for my project?

Coverage depends on the size of the item, surface texture, porosity, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but rough, absorbent, or heavily detailed surfaces can use more. For larger projects, plan extra paint if you expect multiple coats or if the item has edges, recesses, or grille openings.

When can I handle or recoat MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray spray paint?

For MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray, dry to touch is usually within minutes, recoating is typically best after one to two hours, and full cure is about two weeks. Dry to touch, recoat time, and full handling readiness are different stages, so avoid stacking, heavy use, or rough handling until the coating has cured.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray?

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.

What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray?

The RGB values for Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray are 169, 180, 189 and the HEX code is #A9B4BD. The LRV for Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray is 44.75. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.

What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray?

The Hue Angle for Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray is 251.18 and the chroma is 6.22. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.

Does Behr paint color Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray need primer?

MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.

How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

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How do I convert Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr MQ5-23 Intercoastal Gray in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.