Dark Beige 2165-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D9B382, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Imperial Gold from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9B382 · 2165-40
Dark Beige
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Beige Technical Profile
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Dark Beige in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Beige in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark Beige
Nearly identical
ValsparImperial Gold
Imperial Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cellini Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Living Large
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Living Large
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Roasted Peanut
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pineapple Flan
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Restrained Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Warm Butterscotch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Drops Of Honey
PPG
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Beige
#D9B382
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Beige 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Dark Beige.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Beige have?
Dark Beige by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Beige in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Beige are Imperial Gold by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cellini Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Living Large by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Beige'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 Dark Beige?
Dark Beige has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.6, 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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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 Dark Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.