Khaki Shade YL-W11 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D5CDAF, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Abingdon Putty from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D5CDAF · YL-W11
Khaki Shade
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Khaki Shade Technical Profile
HEX Code#D5CDAF
RGB213, 205, 175
Estimated LRV57.0
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 Khaki Shade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Khaki Shade
#D5CDAF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Khaki Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Khaki Shade 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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Khaki Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Khaki Shade have?
Khaki Shade 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 Khaki Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Khaki Shade are Abingdon Putty by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Farm Eggs by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Flowering Herbs by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Khaki Shade'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 Khaki Shade?
Khaki Shade has a estimated lightness value of 57.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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