Dry Brown N230-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8D8473, 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.
Ref. #8D8473 · N230-5
Dry Brown
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dry Brown Technical Profile
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Dry Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dry Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDry Brown
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsZinc Luster
Zinc Luster
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Ash
PPG
Nearly identical
Barnboard
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mossy Aura
Valspar
Very similar
Milkweed
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cobblestone Streets
Kilz
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dry Brown
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dry Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dry Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dry Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dry Brown are Zinc Luster by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Timber Wolf by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Hardware by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dry Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.