Desert Clay S250-6 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #955F2B, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mexican Hot Chocolate from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #955F2B · S250-6
Desert Clay
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Desert Clay Technical Profile
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Desert Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Desert Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDesert Clay
Very similar
Benjamin MooreMexican Hot Chocolate
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ochre Brown
RAL
Very similar
Ginger
PPG
Very similar
Flea Market
Kilz
Very similar
Leather Bound
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rodeo Roundup
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hampton Beach
Vista Paint
Very similar
Autumn Surprise
Valspar
Visible difference
Hampton Beach
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Wild Horses
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Desert Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Clay
#955F2B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A151
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert 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 Desert Clay.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Desert Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Clay have?
Desert Clay 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 Desert Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Desert Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Clay are Mexican Hot Chocolate by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Ochre Brown by RAL (a very close match), Ginger by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Desert 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 Desert Clay?
Desert Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Desert Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.