Derby N180-6 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6E645B, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Griffin from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6E645B · N180-6
Derby
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Derby Technical Profile
HEX Code#6E645B
RGB110, 100, 91
Estimated LRV16.0
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Griffin
Sherwin-Williams
#6F6459
Close digital match
Eagles Feathers
Dutch Boy
#6F6459
Close digital match
Muddy Paws
Kilz
#6B625A
Close digital match
Monterey Cliffs
PPG
#73675D
Close digital match
Coachman's Cape
Benjamin Moore
#6B645E
Close digital match
Tyson Taupe
Vista Paint
#716358
Close digital match
Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
#72695E
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Garden Walk
Valspar
#6C5F56
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Aromatic Cloves
Dunn-Edwards
#6D6661
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Pearl Beige
RAL
#6A5D4D
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Stone .06
Colorhouse
#746D5A
Visible digital difference
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
#665F4B
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Derby
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Derby
#6E645B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#979665
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Derby
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Derby 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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Derby — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Derby have?
Derby 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 Derby from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Derby are Griffin by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Eagles Feathers by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Muddy Paws by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Derby'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 Derby?
Derby has a estimated lightness value of 16.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Derby's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.