Macchiato PPU7-03 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #928169, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wet Clay from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #928169 · PPU7-03
Macchiato
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Macchiato Technical Profile
HEX Code#928169
RGB146, 129, 105
Estimated LRV22.8
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 Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Macchiato
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Macchiato
#928169
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AC82
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Macchiato
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Macchiato 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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Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Macchiato — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Macchiato have?
Macchiato by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Macchiato from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Macchiato are Wet Clay by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Barrel Stove by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Coriander Seed by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Macchiato'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 Macchiato?
Macchiato has a estimated lightness value of 22.8, 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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