Clay Mug PPH-29 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D37959, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Copper Penny from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D37959 · PPH-29
Clay Mug
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clay Mug Technical Profile
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Clay Mug in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Clay Mug in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClay Mug
Nearly identical
PPGCopper Penny
Copper Penny
PPG
Nearly identical
Emberglow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Deep Coral
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rosy Pashmina
Valspar
Very similar
Jack-O-Lantern
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Corlsbud Canyon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Clay
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peruvian Orange
Kilz
Very similar
Jack-O-Lantern
Vista Paint
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clay Mug
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clay Mug
#D37959
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDAC75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clay Mug
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clay Mug 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 Mug.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clay Mug — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay Mug have?
Clay Mug by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Clay Mug in your own space before committing.
What colors match Clay Mug from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clay Mug are Copper Penny by PPG (a near-identical match), Emberglow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Deep Coral by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Clay Mug'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 Mug?
Clay Mug has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.2, 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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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 Mug's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.