Mink Haze MQ2-32 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C2AE9E, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Western Sandstone from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C2AE9E · MQ2-32
Mink Haze
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mink Haze Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2AE9E
RGB194, 174, 158
Estimated LRV44.2
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 Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Mink Haze
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Western Sandstone
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#C0AC9C
Close digital match
Sand Dune
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#C5B1A2
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Jitney
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#C4B2A2
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Notorious
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#BDA998
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#C2B1A1
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#CAB3A0
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#C7B5A4
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#BCAB99
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Pensive
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#BEAB96
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Colors That Work With Mink Haze
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mink Haze
#C2AE9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mink Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mink Haze 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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Mink Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mink Haze have?
Mink Haze by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Mink Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mink Haze are Western Sandstone by Valspar (a close digital match), Sand Dune by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Jitney by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mink Haze'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 Mink Haze?
Mink Haze has a estimated lightness value of 44.2, 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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Why Mink Haze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.