Sarsaparilla HDC-AC-26 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4A4143, estimated LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is French Press Coffee from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #4A4143 · HDC-AC-26
Sarsaparilla
6%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sarsaparilla Technical Profile
HEX Code#4A4143
RGB74, 65, 67
Estimated LRV5.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Sarsaparilla
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
French Press Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
#4C4346
Close digital match
Deep Caviar
Benjamin Moore
#4A4343
Close digital match
Darkroom
Sherwin-Williams
#443E40
Similar digital color
Velvety Night
Dutch Boy
#443E40
Similar digital color
Deep Rum Raisin
PPG
#4F4245
Similar digital color
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
#494248
Similar digital color
Evening Empress
Vista Paint
#433C3C
Similar digital color
Antique Burgundy
Valspar
#493C3F
Similar digital color
Grey Brown
RAL
#403A3A
Similar digital color
Evermore
Hirshfield's
#463E3B
Similar digital color
Grate Black
Kilz
#49474C
Similar digital color
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Sarsaparilla
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sarsaparilla
#4A4143
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#72574C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sarsaparilla
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sarsaparilla 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 Sarsaparilla.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sarsaparilla — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sarsaparilla have?
Sarsaparilla by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Sarsaparilla from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sarsaparilla are French Press Coffee by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Cassel Earth by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Bistre Pigment by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sarsaparilla'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 Sarsaparilla?
Sarsaparilla has a estimated lightness value of 5.6, 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.
Explore More with Sarsaparilla
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 Sarsaparilla's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.