Vast Desert UL170-17 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C1AF97, 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.
Ref. #C1AF97 · UL170-17
Vast Desert
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vast Desert Technical Profile
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Vast Desert in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vast Desert in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrVast Desert
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsKhaki Shade
Khaki Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wetland Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Breakwater
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Best Beige
PPG
Nearly identical
Yorkshire Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Egyptian Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pensive
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vast Desert
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Vast Desert.
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Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Vast Desert in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vast Desert from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vast Desert are Khaki Shade by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Antler Velvet by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Barcelona Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vast Desert's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.