Ref. #8D8473 · N230-5
Dry Brown
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dry Brown Technical Profile
What color is Dry Brown? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8D8473. Colors similar to Dry Brown include Sherwin-Williams Zinc Luster, Sherwin-Williams Hardware, PPG Dark Ash. Dry Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Dry Brown creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Dry Brown 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 Dry Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dry Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Zinc Luster by Sherwin-Williams (#8C8373), Hardware by Sherwin-Williams (#8B8372), Dark Ash by PPG (#8C8475). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dry Brown?
Dry Brown has an LRV of 23.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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.