Mushroom Bisque PPU4-07 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9B49C, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fortress Stone from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C9B49C · PPU4-07
Mushroom Bisque
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mushroom Bisque Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9B49C
RGB201, 180, 156
Estimated LRV47.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Mushroom Bisque
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mushroom Bisque
#C9B49C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mushroom Bisque
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mushroom Bisque 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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Mushroom Bisque — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mushroom Bisque have?
Mushroom Bisque by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Mushroom Bisque from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mushroom Bisque are Fortress Stone by PPG (a close digital match), Bittersweet Stem by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Truffle by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mushroom Bisque'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 Mushroom Bisque?
Mushroom Bisque has a estimated lightness value of 47.5, 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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