Ref. #645E41 · BNC-35
Ground Pepper
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ground Pepper Technical Profile
What color is Ground Pepper? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #645E41. Colors similar to Ground Pepper include Hirshfield's African Queen, Vista Paint African Queen, Colorhouse Glass .06. Ground Pepper has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Ground Pepper creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Ground Pepper reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Ground Pepper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ground Pepper
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ground Pepper.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ground Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Pepper have?
Ground Pepper by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ground Pepper from other brands?
The closest matches are African Queen by Hirshfield's (#645E42), African Queen by Vista Paint (#625D3E), Glass .06 by Colorhouse (#696346). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ground Pepper?
Ground Pepper has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ground Pepper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.