Crushed Clay PMD-32 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AE7F71, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brick Fence from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AE7F71 · PMD-32
Crushed Clay
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Crushed Clay Technical Profile
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Crushed Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crushed Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCrushed Clay
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBrick Fence
Brick Fence
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Drenched Sienna
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mystic Mauve
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Big Cypress
PPG
Very similar
Canyon Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Hushed Auburn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crushed Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Clay
#AE7F71
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 Crushed Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed 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 Crushed Clay.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crushed Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Clay have?
Crushed Clay 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 Crushed Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crushed Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Clay are Brick Fence by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Hickory Branch by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Drenched Sienna by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Crushed 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 Crushed Clay?
Crushed Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.4, 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 Crushed Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.