- Code
- HIR-199
- Series
- Gen II NiR
- Family
- Brown / FDE
- On-screen hex
- #e1b894
Gen II NiR · Brown / FDE
Cerakote Gen II Desert Sand (HIR-199)
Flat dark earths, tans, and browns are the signature Cerakote family — the colors most people picture when they hear the name. Small differences in undertone (green-brown vs pink-tan) completely change a finished scheme.
Gen II NiR colors are formulated for near-infrared signature reduction — duty and military-spec work where night-vision visibility matters.
Common jobs: Classic FDE builds, woodland and desert camo schemes, hunting gear, and outdoor equipment.
Colors that pair with Gen II Desert Sand
Proven two-tone and accent combinations shops run with brown / fde tones.
Similar shades to compare
The closest colors in the catalog by on-screen tone — worth comparing side by side on a photo of the actual part before you commit.
The swatch above is a close on-screen approximation of cured Gen II Desert Sand under neutral light. Cured results vary with surface prep, film thickness, and lighting — always confirm with a spray-out panel. Cerakote® is a registered trademark of NIC Industries; FinishProof is an independent visualization tool.