Clay HDC-NT-04A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A49489, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Faded Beige from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A49489 · HDC-NT-04A
Clay
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Clay Technical Profile
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Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClay
Nearly identical
Vista PaintFaded Beige
Faded Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chatura Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Earl Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Rustic Greige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Studio Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sorrel Felt
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
State of Mind
Valspar
Very similar
Clove
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clay
#A49489
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 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.
Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay have?
Clay 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 Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clay are Faded Beige by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Chatura Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Earl Gray by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Clay'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 Clay?
Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.9, 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 Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.