Ref. #7A6A69 · HDC-NT-26
Muscatel
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Muscatel Technical Profile
What color is Muscatel? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7A6A69. Colors similar to Muscatel include Dunn-Edwards Hickory Cliff, MPC Auguste Bronze Met., MPC Ancient Bronze Met.. Muscatel has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Muscatel creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Muscatel pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Muscatel
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Muscatel from other brands?
The closest matches are Hickory Cliff by Dunn-Edwards (#7C6E6D), Auguste Bronze Met. by MPC (#766566), Ancient Bronze Met. by MPC (#766566). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Muscatel?
Muscatel has an LRV of 15.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.