Basswood MQ2-46 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C7AE95, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sandal from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C7AE95 · MQ2-46
Basswood
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Basswood Technical Profile
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Basswood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Basswood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBasswood
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSandal
Sandal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Persuasion
PPG
Nearly identical
Tawny Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nubuck
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Natural Twine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Maple Leaf
Valspar
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soft Buckskin
Vista Paint
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Basswood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Basswood
#C7AE95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Basswood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Basswood 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 Basswood.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Basswood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Basswood have?
Basswood 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 Basswood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Basswood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Basswood are Sandal by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Persuasion by PPG (a near-identical match), Tawny Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Basswood'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 Basswood?
Basswood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.6, 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 Basswood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.