Ref. #C6B198 · 280E-3
Toasted Wheat
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Toasted Wheat Technical Profile
What color is Toasted Wheat? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C6B198. Colors similar to Toasted Wheat include Benjamin Moore Truffle, Sherwin-Williams Nomadic Desert, PPG Persuasion. Toasted Wheat has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Toasted Wheat depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Toasted Wheat pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Toasted Wheat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Toasted Wheat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Toasted Wheat
#C6B198
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Toasted Wheat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Toasted Wheat 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 Toasted Wheat.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Toasted Wheat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Toasted Wheat have?
Toasted Wheat by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Toasted Wheat from other brands?
The closest matches are Truffle by Benjamin Moore (#C7B198), Nomadic Desert by Sherwin-Williams (#C7B198), Persuasion by PPG (#C4AE96). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Toasted Wheat?
Toasted Wheat has an LRV of 45.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Toasted Wheat's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.