Dry Brown N230-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #978375, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antigua Rose from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #978375 · N230-5
Dry Brown
24%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
Vista PaintAntigua Rose
Antigua Rose
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Driftwood
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Locomotion
PPG
Nearly identical
Chocolate Almond
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tempered Allspice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dusted Truffle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cobblestone Path
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Seemingly Perfect
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bush Buck
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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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
#978375
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
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 Antigua Rose by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Driftwood by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Locomotion by PPG (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 24.1, 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
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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.