Dried Rosemary works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 35 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it if you want a crisp, cool-modern look, or in rooms with heavy north light that can pull its warmth slightly muddy.
Ref. #A7A07E · S350-4A
Dried Rosemary
35%LRV Value
Dried Rosemary Technical Profile
What color is Behr Dried Rosemary (S350-4A)? It's a medium warm neutral — hex #A7A07E, LRV 35. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Dried Rosemary is Valspar Sweet Pea in a Pod — a near-identical match on the wall, with Benjamin Moore Olive Branch and PPG Artichoke Leaf also close. Its LRV of 35 gives Dried Rosemary depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Dried Rosemary 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. At mid depth, Dried Rosemary grounds a space without darkening it — it holds up on lower walls, kitchen islands, and as a wraparound where a lighter neutral would feel washed out. 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. At mid depth Dried Rosemary holds its character across bulb temperatures, shifting only slightly warm under 2700K and slightly crisper under cool daylight.
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Colors Similar to Dried Rosemary
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sweet Pea in a Pod
Valspar
Nearly identical
Olive Branch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Artichoke Leaf
PPG
Nearly identical
Eastlake Olive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Expedition
Kilz
Nearly identical
Yellow Sage
Dutch Boy
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Ruskin Room Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone .03
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Colors That Work With Dried Rosemary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dried Rosemary
#A7A07E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dried Rosemary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dried Rosemary 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 Dried Rosemary.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dried Rosemary — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Dried Rosemary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dried Rosemary are Sweet Pea in a Pod by Valspar (a near-identical match), Olive Branch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Artichoke Leaf by PPG (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Dried Rosemary's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dried Rosemary?
Dried Rosemary has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Dried Rosemary depends on the room. Here's how to choose.