Bear Rug S-G-790 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #453839, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Burgundy from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #453839 · S-G-790
Bear Rug
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bear Rug Technical Profile
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Bear Rug in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bear Rug in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBear Rug
Nearly identical
ValsparAntique Burgundy
Antique Burgundy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rockweed
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bistre Pigment
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blackened Walnut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Basalt
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dark Berry
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Rum Raisin
PPG
Very similar
Eleanor Ann
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Spice Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bear Rug
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bear Rug
#453839
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A5546
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bear Rug
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bear Rug 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
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bear Rug — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bear Rug have?
Bear Rug by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bear Rug in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bear Rug from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bear Rug are Antique Burgundy by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rockweed by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Bistre Pigment by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bear Rug'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 Bear Rug?
Bear Rug has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Bear Rug's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.