Ashberry N550-4 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9CA9BE, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rapid Waters from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9CA9BE · N550-4
Ashberry
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Ashberry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ashberry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAshberry
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyRapid Waters
Rapid Waters
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Contemplative Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Purpley Puff
Vista Paint
Very similar
Solitude
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Citadel
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Acier Tint
Valspar
Very similar
Musical Play
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sapphire Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashberry
#9CA9BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashberry 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ashberry.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ashberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashberry have?
Ashberry by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ashberry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ashberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ashberry are Rapid Waters by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Contemplative Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Innuendo by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ashberry'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 Ashberry?
Ashberry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.0, 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 Ashberry's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.