Muscatel HDC-NT-26 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7A6A69, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hickory Cliff from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A6A69 · HDC-NT-26
Muscatel
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Muscatel Technical Profile
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Muscatel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Muscatel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMuscatel
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHickory Cliff
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Eagle Eye
PPG
Very similar
Cocoa Berry
Valspar
Very similar
My Devoted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Patchwork Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Kasbah
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Plum Island
Vista Paint
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Muscatel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Muscatel
#7A6A69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A28E74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Muscatel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Muscatel 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 Muscatel.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Muscatel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Muscatel have?
Muscatel by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Muscatel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Muscatel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Muscatel are Hickory Cliff by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Eagle Eye by PPG (a very close match), Cocoa Berry by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Muscatel'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 Muscatel?
Muscatel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.5, 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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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 Muscatel's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.