Clockworks MQ2-9 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #73583F, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Maple Syrup from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #73583F · MQ2-9
Clockworks
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Clockworks Technical Profile
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Clockworks in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Clockworks in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClockworks
Nearly identical
PPGMaple Syrup
Maple Syrup
PPG
Nearly identical
Coconut Husk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Olde Metal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Latte Please
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kona
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Alpha Male
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dark Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Log Cabin
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Leather Saddle
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clockworks
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clockworks
#73583F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89895C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clockworks
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clockworks 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 Clockworks.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clockworks — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clockworks have?
Clockworks by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Clockworks in your own space before committing.
What colors match Clockworks from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clockworks are Maple Syrup by PPG (a near-identical match), Coconut Husk by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Olde Metal by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Clockworks'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 Clockworks?
Clockworks has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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 Clockworks's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.