Universal Khaki 6150 is a beige paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B8A992, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Khaki-Ed from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8A992 · 6150
Universal Khaki
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Universal Khaki Technical Profile
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Universal Khaki in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Universal Khaki in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsUniversal Khaki
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyKhaki-Ed
Khaki-Ed
Dutch Boy
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 Universal Khaki
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Universal Khaki
#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.
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Color Palettes for Universal Khaki
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Universal Khaki 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 Universal Khaki.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Universal Khaki — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Universal Khaki have?
Universal Khaki by Sherwin-Williams 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 Universal Khaki in your own space before committing.
What colors match Universal Khaki from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Universal Khaki are Khaki-Ed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Nile Sand by Behr (a near-identical match), Safari Vest by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Universal Khaki'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 Universal Khaki?
Universal Khaki 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Universal Khaki's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.