Ref. #444A4C · BXC-23
Catskill Brown
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Catskill Brown Technical Profile
What color is Catskill Brown? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #444A4C. Colors similar to Catskill Brown include Dunn-Edwards Black Lead, RAL Iron Grey, Sherwin-Williams Big Dipper. Catskill Brown has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Catskill Brown creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Catskill Brown pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Catskill Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Catskill Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Catskill Brown
#444A4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5875
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Catskill Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Catskill Brown 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 Catskill Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Catskill Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Catskill Brown have?
Catskill Brown by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Catskill Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Black Lead by Dunn-Edwards (#474C4D), Iron Grey by RAL (#434B4D), Big Dipper by Sherwin-Williams (#41494B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Catskill Brown?
Catskill Brown has an LRV of 9.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Catskill Brown's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.