Bristol Beige HDC-AC-14 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #948371, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cowboy Hat from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #948371 · HDC-AC-14
Bristol Beige
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bristol Beige Technical Profile
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Bristol Beige in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bristol Beige in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBristol Beige
Nearly identical
KilzCowboy Hat
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Nearly identical
Taupe Fedora
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Desert Nomad
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chocolate Milk
Valspar
Nearly identical
Teakwood
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Leather Pouch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Thunderbird
PPG
Very similar
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bristol Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bristol Beige
#948371
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 Bristol Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bristol Beige 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 Bristol Beige.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bristol Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bristol Beige have?
Bristol Beige 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 Bristol Beige in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bristol Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bristol Beige are Cowboy Hat by Kilz (a near-identical match), Taupe Fedora by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Desert Nomad by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bristol Beige'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 Bristol Beige?
Bristol Beige has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.7, 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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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 Bristol Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.