Crushed Clay PMD-32 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AE7F71, estimated 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.
Behr · #AE7F71 · PMD-32
Crushed Clay
25%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Crushed Clay Technical Profile
HEX Code#AE7F71
RGB174, 127, 113
Estimated LRV25.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Crushed Clay
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Crushed Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Clay are Brick Fence by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hickory Branch by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Crushed Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.