Hazel S280-6 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9B7A47, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stand of Reeds from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B7A47 · S280-6
Hazel
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hazel Technical Profile
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Hazel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hazel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHazel
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyStand of Reeds
Stand of Reeds
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rich and Rare
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Antique Penny
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rich and Rare
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Teak
Valspar
Very similar
Sugar Maple
PPG
Very similar
Fervent Brass
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Olivetone
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Apple Butter
Kilz
Very similar
Green Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hazel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hazel
#9B7A47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FA471
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hazel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hazel 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 Hazel.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hazel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hazel have?
Hazel by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hazel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hazel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hazel are Stand of Reeds by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Rich and Rare by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Antique Penny by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hazel'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 Hazel?
Hazel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.0, 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 Hazel's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.