Ref. #BD9E6E · UL180-24
Ground Cumin
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ground Cumin Technical Profile
What color is Ground Cumin? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #BD9E6E. Colors similar to Ground Cumin include Vista Paint Silence is Golden, Sherwin-Williams Empire Gold, Dunn-Edwards New Cork. Ground Cumin has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Ground Cumin depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Ground Cumin 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 Ground Cumin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Silence is Golden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Empire Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
New Cork
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silence Is Golden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Welcome Home
PPG
Nearly identical
Forty-Niner Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Timeless Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Baked Cumin
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ground Cumin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ground Cumin
#BD9E6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ground Cumin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ground Cumin 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 Ground Cumin.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ground Cumin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Cumin have?
Ground Cumin by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Ground Cumin from other brands?
The closest matches are Silence is Golden by Vista Paint (#BF9E6A), Empire Gold by Sherwin-Williams (#C19F6E), New Cork by Dunn-Edwards (#B89B6B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ground Cumin?
Ground Cumin has an LRV of 36.4, 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 Ground Cumin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.