Ref. #9E8A6A · N260-5
Distant Land
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Distant Land Technical Profile
What color is Distant Land? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9E8A6A. Colors similar to Distant Land include PPG Iced Cappuccino, Sherwin-Williams Tangled Twine, Valspar Prairie Path. Distant Land has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 27 gives Distant Land depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Distant Land 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 Distant Land
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Iced Cappuccino
PPG
Nearly identical
Tangled Twine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Prairie Path
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tuscan Mosaic
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Elk Horn
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Historic Town
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gold Taffeta
Vista Paint
Very similar
Briny Bronze Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Distant Land
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distant Land
#9E8A6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distant Land
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distant Land 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 Distant Land.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Distant Land — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distant Land have?
Distant Land by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Distant Land from other brands?
The closest matches are Iced Cappuccino by PPG (#9C8866), Tangled Twine by Sherwin-Williams (#A18A67), Prairie Path by Valspar (#9A8668). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Distant Land?
Distant Land has an LRV of 26.5, 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 Distant Land's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.