Ground Pepper BNC-35 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #645E41, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is African Queen from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #645E41 · BNC-35
Ground Pepper
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ground Pepper Technical Profile
HEX Code#645E41
RGB100, 94, 65
Estimated LRV14.0
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 Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Ground Pepper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ground Pepper
#645E41
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#738256
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ground Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ground Pepper 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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Ground Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Pepper have?
Ground Pepper by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Ground Pepper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ground Pepper are African Queen by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), African Queen by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Glass .06 by Colorhouse (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ground Pepper'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 Pepper?
Ground Pepper has a estimated lightness value of 14.0, 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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