Ref. #D2CCC5 · PPU18-09
Burnished Clay
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Burnished Clay Technical Profile
What color is Burnished Clay? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D2CCC5. Colors similar to Burnished Clay include Farrow & Ball Cornforth White, Sherwin-Williams Pediment, Sherwin-Williams Mercurial. Burnished Clay has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Burnished Clay sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Burnished Clay pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Burnished Clay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burnished Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnished Clay
#D2CCC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnished Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnished Clay 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 Burnished Clay.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burnished Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnished Clay have?
Burnished Clay by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Burnished Clay from other brands?
The closest matches are Cornforth White by Farrow & Ball (#D1CBC3), Pediment by Sherwin-Williams (#D3CCC4), Mercurial by Sherwin-Williams (#D1CCC6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burnished Clay?
Burnished Clay has an LRV of 60.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Burnished Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.