Madagascar UL180-3 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9C8443, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brassy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #9C8443 · UL180-3
Madagascar
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Madagascar Technical Profile
HEX Code#9C8443
RGB156, 132, 67
Estimated LRV24.0
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 Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Madagascar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Madagascar
#9C8443
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98A56D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Madagascar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Madagascar 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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Madagascar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Madagascar have?
Madagascar 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 Madagascar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Madagascar are Brassy by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Mustard Olive by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Brazen by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Madagascar'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 Madagascar?
Madagascar has a estimated lightness value 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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