Autumn Haze QE-11 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D2BFAE, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Sand from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2BFAE · QE-11
Autumn Haze
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Autumn Haze Technical Profile
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Autumn Haze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Autumn Haze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAutumn Haze
Nearly identical
PPGDesert Sand
Desert Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Cookie Dough
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chocolate Mousse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Baguette
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sand Dollar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oatmeal Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beige Rage
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mannequin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dry Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Haze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Haze
#D2BFAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Haze Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Autumn Haze.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Autumn Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Haze have?
Autumn Haze by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Autumn Haze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Autumn Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Haze are Desert Sand by PPG (a near-identical match), Cookie Dough by Valspar (a near-identical match), Chocolate Mousse by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Autumn Haze's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Autumn Haze?
Autumn Haze has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autumn Haze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.