Armadillo N230-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C8C1B6, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Colonnade Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C8C1B6 · N230-3
Armadillo
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Armadillo Technical Profile
HEX Code#C8C1B6
RGB200, 193, 182
Estimated LRV50.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Armadillo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Armadillo
#C8C1B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Armadillo
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Armadillo 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
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Armadillo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Armadillo have?
Armadillo by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Armadillo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Armadillo are Colonnade Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Scalloped Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Skyline Steel by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Armadillo'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 Armadillo?
Armadillo has a estimated lightness value of 50.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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