Fresh Clay 2093-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C5143, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baked Bean from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8C5143 · 2093-20
Fresh Clay
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fresh Clay Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C5143
RGB140, 81, 67
Estimated LRV11.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#8C4F42
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#8B5045
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#874C3E
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#8A5248
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#935444
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#8C4F46
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#924E3C
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#805348
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#8B534E
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#8C4D35
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Colors That Work With Fresh Clay
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Clay
#8C5143
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C8B66
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Clay 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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Fresh Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Clay have?
Fresh Clay by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Fresh Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Clay are Baked Bean by PPG (a close digital match), Quintessential by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Mission Tile by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh Clay'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 Fresh Clay?
Fresh Clay has a estimated lightness value of 11.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Fresh Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.