Ref. #857C65 · PPU8-24
Deserted Island
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Deserted Island Technical Profile
What color is Deserted Island? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #857C65. Colors similar to Deserted Island include Dunn-Edwards Mission Trail, Vista Paint Pettingill Sage, Sherwin-Williams Country Tweed. Deserted Island has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Deserted Island creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Deserted Island pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Deserted Island
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mission Trail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pettingill Sage
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Country Tweed
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pettingill Sage
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crownsville Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silver Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ironclad
Valspar
Very similar
Grape Arbor
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deserted Island
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deserted Island
#857C65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BA578
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deserted Island
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deserted Island 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 Deserted Island.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deserted Island — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deserted Island have?
Deserted Island by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Deserted Island from other brands?
The closest matches are Mission Trail by Dunn-Edwards (#857A64), Pettingill Sage by Vista Paint (#867F6A), Country Tweed by Sherwin-Williams (#837B68). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deserted Island?
Deserted Island has an LRV of 20.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deserted Island's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.