Ref. #C0A98B · 6143
Basket Beige
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Basket Beige Technical Profile
What color is Basket Beige? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C0A98B. Colors similar to Basket Beige include Vista Paint 3am Latte, Behr Woven Straw, Benjamin Moore Capilano. Basket Beige has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Basket Beige depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Basket Beige pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Basket Beige
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Basket Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Basket Beige
#C0A98B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Basket Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Basket 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Basket Beige.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Basket Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Basket Beige have?
Basket Beige by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Basket Beige from other brands?
The closest matches are 3am Latte by Vista Paint (#C0AA8E), Woven Straw by Behr (#C1AB8C), Capilano by Benjamin Moore (#C1A888). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Basket Beige?
Basket Beige has an LRV of 41.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Basket Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.