Washed Khaki UL170-8 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CAC1B0, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Star Light from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAC1B0 · UL170-8
Washed Khaki
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Washed Khaki Technical Profile
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Washed Khaki in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Washed Khaki in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWashed Khaki
Nearly identical
Vista PaintStar Light
Star Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tawny Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Parsnip
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Naturel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ellipsis
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tyler Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Nearly identical
Moonstone Beach
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Washed Khaki
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Washed Khaki
#CAC1B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Washed Khaki
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Washed Khaki 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 Washed Khaki.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Washed Khaki — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Washed Khaki have?
Washed Khaki 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 Washed Khaki in your own space before committing.
What colors match Washed Khaki from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Washed Khaki are Star Light by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Parsnip by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Tawny Grey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Washed Khaki'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 Washed Khaki?
Washed Khaki has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Washed Khaki's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.