Ref. #B4A796 · MQ2-20
Safari Chic
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Safari Chic Technical Profile
What color is Safari Chic? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #B4A796. Colors similar to Safari Chic include Farrow & Ball Light Gray, Sherwin-Williams Perfect Khaki, Benjamin Moore Cotswold. Safari Chic has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Safari Chic depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Safari Chic 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 Safari Chic
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Safari Chic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Safari Chic
#B4A796
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Safari Chic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Safari Chic 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 Safari Chic.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Safari Chic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Safari Chic have?
Safari Chic by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Safari Chic from other brands?
The closest matches are Light Gray by Farrow & Ball (#B4A693), Perfect Khaki by Sherwin-Williams (#B2A492), Cotswold by Benjamin Moore (#B6A796). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Safari Chic?
Safari Chic has an LRV of 39.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Safari Chic's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.