French Pastry MQ2-40 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C0A691, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Worsted Tan from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C0A691 · MQ2-40
French Pastry
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
French Pastry Technical Profile
HEX Code#C0A691
RGB192, 166, 145
Estimated LRV40.5
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 Familyorange
BrandBehr
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#C2A891
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#BFA38D
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#C5AA97
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Colors That Work With French Pastry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Pastry
#C0A691
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Pastry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Pastry 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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French Pastry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Pastry have?
French Pastry by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 French Pastry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to French Pastry are Worsted Tan by PPG (a close digital match), Sensational Sand by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Boulder Beige by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting French Pastry'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 French Pastry?
French Pastry has a estimated lightness value of 40.5, 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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