Ref. #AA9A7A · PPU8-06
Exploring Khaki
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Exploring Khaki Technical Profile
What color is Exploring Khaki? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #AA9A7A. Colors similar to Exploring Khaki include MPC Alpha Bronze Met., Benjamin Moore Northampton Putty, Benjamin Moore Strathmore Manor. Exploring Khaki has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Exploring Khaki depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Exploring Khaki pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Exploring Khaki
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exploring Khaki
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exploring Khaki
#AA9A7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exploring Khaki
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exploring Khaki 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 Exploring Khaki.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exploring Khaki — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exploring Khaki have?
Exploring Khaki by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Exploring Khaki from other brands?
The closest matches are Alpha Bronze Met. by MPC (#AC9C7C), Northampton Putty by Benjamin Moore (#AD9D7D), Strathmore Manor by Benjamin Moore (#AD9D7D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Exploring Khaki?
Exploring Khaki has an LRV of 33.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Exploring Khaki's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.