Peanut Shell 2162-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C19E74, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warm Nutmeg from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C19E74 · 2162-40
Peanut Shell
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Peanut Shell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peanut Shell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePeanut Shell
Nearly identical
ValsparWarm Nutmeg
Warm Nutmeg
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tan Plan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peanut Butter
Behr
Nearly identical
Mesa Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sahara Sands
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Outback
PPG
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cocoa Nib
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cardboard Box
Kilz
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Peanut Shell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peanut Shell
#C19E74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peanut Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peanut Shell 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 Peanut Shell.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peanut Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peanut Shell have?
Peanut Shell 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 Peanut Shell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peanut Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peanut Shell are Warm Nutmeg by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tan Plan by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Peanut Butter by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Peanut Shell'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 Peanut Shell?
Peanut Shell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.1, 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 Peanut Shell's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.