Dry Brown N230-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8D8473, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Zinc Luster from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8D8473 · N230-5
Dry Brown
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dry Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D8473
RGB141, 132, 115
Estimated LRV23.4
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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Zinc Luster
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#8C8373
Close digital match
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#8C8474
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Colors That Work With Dry Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dry Brown
#8D8473
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dry Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dry Brown 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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Dry Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dry Brown have?
Dry Brown 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 Dry Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dry Brown are Zinc Luster by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Timber Wolf by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hardware by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dry Brown'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 Dry Brown?
Dry Brown has a estimated lightness value of 23.4, 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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