Sturdy Brown MQ2-48 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #98826F, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramelized Onion from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #98826F · MQ2-48
Sturdy Brown
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sturdy Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#98826F
RGB152, 130, 111
Estimated LRV23.8
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 Familybrown
BrandBehr
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#937F6C
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#988171
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Colors That Work With Sturdy Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sturdy Brown
#98826F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sturdy Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sturdy Brown 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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Sturdy Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sturdy Brown have?
Sturdy Brown by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Sturdy Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sturdy Brown are Caramelized Onion by Valspar (a close digital match), Locomotion by PPG (a close digital match), Chocolate Moment by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sturdy Brown'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 Sturdy Brown?
Sturdy Brown has a estimated lightness value of 23.8, 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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