Basic Khaki HDC-NT-09 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C4B7A1, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oregon Coast from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4B7A1 · HDC-NT-09
Basic Khaki
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Basic Khaki Technical Profile
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Basic Khaki in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Basic Khaki in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBasic Khaki
Nearly identical
ValsparOregon Coast
Oregon Coast
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peace of Mind
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Roman Ruins
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pigeon Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jefferson House Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Sand Fatigues
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Soft Leather
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dusty Road
Kilz
Nearly identical
Brick House Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Basic Khaki
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Basic Khaki
#C4B7A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Basic Khaki
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Basic Khaki 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 Basic Khaki.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Basic Khaki — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Basic Khaki have?
Basic Khaki by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Basic Khaki in your own space before committing.
What colors match Basic Khaki from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Basic Khaki are Oregon Coast by Valspar (a near-identical match), Peace of Mind by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Roman Ruins by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Basic Khaki'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 Basic Khaki?
Basic Khaki has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.2, 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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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 Basic Khaki's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.