British Khaki MQ2-25 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BBA78E, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Towrope from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBA78E · MQ2-25
British Khaki
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
British Khaki Technical Profile
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British Khaki in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to British Khaki in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBritish Khaki
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTowrope
Towrope
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hillsborough Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Outerbanks
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antelope
PPG
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Iced Mocha
Kilz
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Desert Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Au Lait Ole
Valspar
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With British Khaki
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
British Khaki
#BBA78E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for British Khaki
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
British 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 British 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.
British Khaki — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does British Khaki have?
British 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 British Khaki in your own space before committing.
What colors match British Khaki from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to British Khaki are Towrope by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Hillsborough Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hillsborough by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting British 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 British Khaki?
British Khaki has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.2, 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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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 British Khaki's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.