Merino N260-4 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BBA889, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Huntington Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBA889 · N260-4
Merino
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Merino in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Merino in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMerino
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHuntington Beige
Huntington Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Flaxen Field
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bamboo Screen
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Olive Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Perfect Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Old Surrey Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Favorite Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wetland Clay
Valspar
Very similar
Iced Mocha
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Merino
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Merino
#BBA889
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Merino
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Merino 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 Merino.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Merino — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Merino have?
Merino by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Merino in your own space before committing.
What colors match Merino from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Merino are Huntington Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Flaxen Field by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Bamboo Screen by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Merino'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 Merino?
Merino has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Merino's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.