Desert Dusk ECC-61-1 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AD9A91, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Open Road from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AD9A91 · ECC-61-1
Desert Dusk
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Desert Dusk Technical Profile
HEX Code#AD9A91
RGB173, 154, 145
Estimated LRV34.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#AC9992
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#AF9D93
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#B09D96
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Colors That Work With Desert Dusk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Dusk
#AD9A91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Dusk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Dusk 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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Desert Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Dusk have?
Desert Dusk by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Desert Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Dusk are Open Road by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Wool Coat by Valspar (a close digital match), Mourning Dove by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Dusk'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 Dusk?
Desert Dusk has a estimated lightness value of 34.0, 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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