Nile Sand UL170-19 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BAAC94, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Universal Khaki from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BAAC94 · UL170-19
Nile Sand
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nile Sand Technical Profile
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Nile Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nile Sand in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNile Sand
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsUniversal Khaki
Universal Khaki
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Khaki-Ed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Prairie Dust
PPG
Nearly identical
Greenbrier Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Egyptian Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wetland Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sedge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sedge
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nile Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nile Sand
#BAAC94
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nile Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nile Sand 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 Nile Sand.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nile Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nile Sand have?
Nile Sand 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 Nile Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nile Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nile Sand are Universal Khaki by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Khaki-Ed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Avenue Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nile Sand'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 Nile Sand?
Nile Sand has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.1, 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 Nile Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.