Cocoa Nutmeg S190-5 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A27A6F, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apache Clay from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A27A6F · S190-5
Cocoa Nutmeg
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cocoa Nutmeg Technical Profile
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Cocoa Nutmeg in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cocoa Nutmeg in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCocoa Nutmeg
Nearly identical
ValsparApache Clay
Apache Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Autumn Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moroccan Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hickory Branch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mystic Mauve
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ferris Wheel
PPG
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pale Palamino
Vista Paint
Very similar
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cocoa Nutmeg
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cocoa Nutmeg
#A27A6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cocoa Nutmeg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cocoa Nutmeg 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 Cocoa Nutmeg.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cocoa Nutmeg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cocoa Nutmeg have?
Cocoa Nutmeg by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cocoa Nutmeg in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cocoa Nutmeg from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cocoa Nutmeg are Apache Clay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Country Path by Valspar (a near-identical match), Autumn Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cocoa Nutmeg'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 Cocoa Nutmeg?
Cocoa Nutmeg has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.7, 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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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 Cocoa Nutmeg's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.