Dried Basil UL200-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #898873, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rolling Hills from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #898873 · UL200-5
Dried Basil
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dried Basil Technical Profile
HEX Code#898873
RGB137, 136, 115
Estimated LRV24.2
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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Colors That Work With Dried Basil
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dried Basil
#898873
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AC83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dried Basil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dried Basil Room Palettes
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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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Dried Basil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dried Basil have?
Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dried Basil are Rolling Hills by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Vineland by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Treron by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dried Basil'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 Dried Basil?
Dried Basil has a estimated lightness value of 24.2, 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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