Basic Khaki HDC-NT-09 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C4B7A1, estimated 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.
Behr · #C4B7A1 · HDC-NT-09
Basic Khaki
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Basic Khaki Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4B7A1
RGB196, 183, 161
Estimated LRV48.2
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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Compare alternatives to Basic Khaki
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Oregon Coast
Valspar
#C3B6A2
Close digital match
Peace of Mind
Sherwin-Williams
#C4B9A3
Close digital match
Roman Ruins
Hirshfield's
#C0B5A0
Close digital match
Pigeon Gray
Dunn-Edwards
#C1B4A0
Close digital match
Jefferson House Tan
PPG
#C6B79E
Close digital match
Sand Fatigues
Dutch Boy
#C8BBA3
Close digital match
Soft Leather
Vista Paint
#C3B9A5
Close digital match
Dusty Road
Kilz
#C9BBA7
Close digital match
Brick House Tan
Benjamin Moore
#C9BDA8
Close digital match
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
#C9BEAB
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Metal .02
Colorhouse
#BDB091
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Colors That Work With Basic Khaki
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Basic Khaki from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Basic Khaki are Oregon Coast by Valspar (a close digital match), Peace of Mind by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Roman Ruins by Hirshfield's (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.