Ground Nutmeg S-H-230 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #983A22, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cottage Red from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #983A22 · S-H-230
Ground Nutmeg
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ground Nutmeg Technical Profile
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Ground Nutmeg in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ground Nutmeg in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGround Nutmeg
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCottage Red
Cottage Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Copper Brown
RAL
Very similar
Brick Paver
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Merlot Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Majestic Ridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Very similar
April Love
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Red Maple
Valspar
Visible difference
Burled Redwood
PPG
Visible difference
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ground Nutmeg
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ground Nutmeg
#983A22
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48949
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ground Nutmeg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ground Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ground Nutmeg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Nutmeg have?
Ground Nutmeg by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ground Nutmeg in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ground Nutmeg from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ground Nutmeg are Cottage Red by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Copper Brown by RAL (a very close match), Brick Paver by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ground Nutmeg'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 Ground Nutmeg?
Ground Nutmeg has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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
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 Nutmeg's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.