Dusty Denim N480-4A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #90A1AA, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Symmetry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #90A1AA · N480-4A
Dusty Denim
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Denim Technical Profile
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Dusty Denim in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusty Denim in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDusty Denim
Nearly identical
PPGSymmetry
Symmetry
PPG
Nearly identical
Debonair
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silver Fox
Valspar
Nearly identical
Monument Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Brookview
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cape Cod Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusty Cornflower
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
In Good Taste
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Winding River
Kilz
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusty Denim
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Denim
#90A1AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Denim
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Denim 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 Dusty Denim.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusty Denim — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Denim have?
Dusty Denim 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 Dusty Denim in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusty Denim from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Denim are Symmetry by PPG (a near-identical match), Debonair by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Silver Fox by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusty Denim'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 Dusty Denim?
Dusty Denim has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.3, 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.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusty Denim's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.