Vast Desert UL170-17 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C1AF97, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Khaki Shade from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C1AF97 · UL170-17
Vast Desert
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vast Desert Technical Profile
HEX Code#C1AF97
RGB193, 175, 151
Estimated LRV44.2
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 Familybeige
BrandBehr
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#C0AF97
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Pensive
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#BEAB96
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Colors That Work With Vast Desert
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vast Desert
#C1AF97
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 Vast Desert
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vast Desert 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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Vast Desert — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vast Desert have?
Vast Desert by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Vast Desert from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vast Desert are Khaki Shade by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Antler Velvet by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Barcelona Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vast Desert'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 Vast Desert?
Vast Desert has a estimated lightness value of 44.2, 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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