Smoked Tan HDC-NT-14 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AEA496, 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.
Ref. #AEA496 · HDC-NT-14
Smoked Tan
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smoked Tan Technical Profile
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Smoked Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoked Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSmoked Tan
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyHazy Gray
Hazy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Quicksand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mega Greige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smoked Oyster
Valspar
Nearly identical
Heron Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
In the Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
In the Hills
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Antiquity
Kilz
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoked Tan
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Smoked Tan.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoked Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoked Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoked Tan are Hazy Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Quicksand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Drifted Wood by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Smoked Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.