Khaki-Ed 419-4DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B8A992, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Universal Khaki from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8A992 · 419-4DB
Khaki-Ed
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Khaki-Ed Technical Profile
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Khaki-Ed in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Khaki-Ed in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyKhaki-Ed
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsUniversal Khaki
Universal Khaki
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nile Sand
Behr
Nearly identical
Oyster Shoal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Palm Springs Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Rocky Beach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Iced Mocha
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sedge
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Egyptian Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Delicate Honeysweet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Khaki-Ed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Khaki-Ed
#B8A992
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Khaki-Ed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Khaki-Ed 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Khaki-Ed.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Khaki-Ed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Khaki-Ed have?
Khaki-Ed by Dutch Boy 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 Khaki-Ed in your own space before committing.
What colors match Khaki-Ed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Khaki-Ed are Universal Khaki by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Portico by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Nile Sand by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Khaki-Ed'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 Khaki-Ed?
Khaki-Ed has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Khaki-Ed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.