Smoked Tan HDC-NT-14 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AEA496, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hazy Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AEA496 · HDC-NT-14
Smoked Tan
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smoked Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEA496
RGB174, 164, 150
Estimated LRV37.8
UndertoneNeutral
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
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Compare alternatives to Smoked Tan
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Hazy Gray
Dutch Boy
#AEA597
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Quicksand
Benjamin Moore
#AFA598
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Mega Greige
Sherwin-Williams
#ADA295
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Smoked Oyster
Valspar
#AFA69A
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Heron Grey
PPG
#AEA293
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In the Hills
Vista Paint
#ADA599
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Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
#AFA396
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In the Hills
Hirshfield's
#AEA69B
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Antiquity
Kilz
#AFA290
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Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
#B4A693
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#AAA593
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Colors That Work With Smoked Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoked Tan
#AEA496
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoked Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoked Tan 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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Smoked Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoked Tan have?
Smoked Tan by Behr has a neutral 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 Smoked Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoked Tan are Hazy Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Quicksand by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Drifted Wood by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smoked Tan'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 Smoked Tan?
Smoked Tan has a estimated lightness value of 37.8, 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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