Scented Clove UL130-1 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5E504A, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Branchport Brown from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E504A · UL130-1
Scented Clove
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Scented Clove Technical Profile
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Scented Clove in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Scented Clove in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrScented Clove
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBranchport Brown
Branchport Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cabin Plank
Valspar
Nearly identical
Authentic Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rawhide
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brownstone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bittersweet Brown
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Scented Clove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scented Clove
#5E504A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837B58
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scented Clove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scented Clove 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 Scented Clove.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scented Clove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scented Clove have?
Scented Clove by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Scented Clove in your own space before committing.
What colors match Scented Clove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scented Clove are Branchport Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cabin Plank by Valspar (a near-identical match), Authentic Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Scented Clove'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 Scented Clove?
Scented Clove has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.6, 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.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Scented Clove's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.