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A match of Behr 1536 Egyptian is a muted warm taupe with a beige-brown base and a soft gray cast. It has low chroma and moderate depth, so it reads subdued rather than bright or strongly colored.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 1536 Egyptian can be used on metal vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, brackets, railings, picture frames, mailbox parts, shutters, PVC trim, and other small fixtures or accessories that need a restrained brown-neutral finish. It also fits removable components, hardware, and fabricated pieces where a sprayable match is more practical than brushing.

Because this is a low-chroma color, coverage is usually more predictable than with vivid hues, but darker or uneven substrates can still influence the first coats. Finish and surface texture can shift the look slightly warmer or cooler, and gloss will make edges, dents, and prep marks more noticeable.

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837 Neutral Tan
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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Behr™ 1536 Egyptian *

How do I confirm I am ordering the right MyPerfectColor match for Behr 1536 Egyptian?

Confirm Behr 1536 Egyptian from a physical swatch from the original brand or from a known existing color reference before you order. Screen views can shift the color, and MyPerfectColor matches to the original brand color standard, not to what a monitor shows.

That helps make sure you are ordering a match of Behr 1536 Egyptian in the MyPerfectColor product format you actually need, instead of choosing the wrong target color.

Which finish should I choose for Behr 1536 Egyptian in MyPerfectColor spray paint?

Choose the finish based on how the item will be used, how much cleaning it needs, and how much light reflection you want on the finished part. Gloss level affects durability, cleanup, and how the match of Behr 1536 Egyptian will read after it is sprayed.

If you are matching a part that will sit near another painted surface, remember that sheen can make the same color look different even when the color match itself is correct. Pick the finish that fits the application, not just the color name.

How soon can I handle or recoat Behr 1536 Egyptian spray paint from MyPerfectColor?

For spray paint, dry-to-touch usually happens within minutes, but that is not the same as being ready for another coat or for full handling. Plan on recoating in about one to two hours.

Full cure takes about two weeks. If you handle the part too early, the surface can mark or shift before the coating has fully hardened.

Will Behr 1536 Egyptian look the same after I spray it on a part or fixture?

Not always. Once a match of Behr 1536 Egyptian is applied, the final appearance can change with lighting, placement, sheen, and the surfaces around it. A color that looked right in one setting can read a little differently on a finished item.

This is especially important when the painted part will sit next to an existing surface or when the substrate, texture, or gloss is different from the original reference.

What should I know before ordering a custom-made match of Behr 1536 Egyptian?

Confirm the exact Behr 1536 Egyptian reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the finish, and the quantity before you place the order. MyPerfectColor is supplying its own paint matched to that brand color, so the order should be checked carefully before purchase.

Custom-made color orders are not returnable or refundable, so verifying the target color and product details first is the safest way to avoid a costly mismatch.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr 1536 Egyptian?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr 1536 Egyptian depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Behr 1536 Egyptian?
The RGB values for Behr 1536 Egyptian are 169, 148, 136 and the HEX code is #A99488. The LRV for Behr 1536 Egyptian is 31.47. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr 1536 Egyptian? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr 1536 Egyptian enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr 1536 Egyptian?
The Hue Angle for Behr 1536 Egyptian is 58.9 and the chroma is 10.86. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Does Behr paint color Behr 1536 Egyptian need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr 1536 Egyptian and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr 1536 Egyptian?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr 1536 Egyptian in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

How do I convert Behr 1536 Egyptian to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr 1536 Egyptian in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.