Sonoma Clay 1242 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D0B8B2, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusky Trail from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0B8B2 · 1242
Sonoma Clay
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Sonoma Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sonoma Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSonoma Clay
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDusky Trail
Dusky Trail
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
First Waltz
Behr
Nearly identical
Subdued
PPG
Nearly identical
Sauterne
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sauterne
Vista Paint
Very similar
Insightful Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dusty Trail
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
Very similar
Wool Stockings
Kilz
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonoma Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonoma Clay
#D0B8B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonoma Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonoma 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Sonoma Clay.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sonoma Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonoma Clay have?
Sonoma Clay by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sonoma Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sonoma Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonoma Clay are Dusky Trail by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), First Waltz by Behr (a near-identical match), Subdued by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sonoma 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 Sonoma Clay?
Sonoma Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.9, 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 Sonoma Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.