Bamboo Shoot MQ6-30 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BAB392, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Koi Pond from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BAB392 · MQ6-30
Bamboo Shoot
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bamboo Shoot Technical Profile
HEX Code#BAB392
RGB186, 179, 146
Estimated LRV44.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Bamboo Shoot
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bamboo Shoot
#BAB392
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bamboo Shoot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bamboo Shoot 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
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Bamboo Shoot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bamboo Shoot have?
Bamboo Shoot by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bamboo Shoot from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bamboo Shoot are Koi Pond by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Oakmoss by Valspar (a close digital match), Lapland by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bamboo Shoot'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 Bamboo Shoot?
Bamboo Shoot has a estimated lightness value of 44.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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