Dusty Denim N480-4A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #90A1AA, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Symmetry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #90A1AA · N480-4A
Dusty Denim
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Denim Technical Profile
HEX Code#90A1AA
RGB144, 161, 170
Estimated LRV34.3
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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Compare alternatives to Dusty Denim
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Symmetry
PPG
#8FA0A7
Close digital match
Debonair
Sherwin-Williams
#90A0A6
Close digital match
Silver Fox
Valspar
#93A6B1
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Monument Gray
Dutch Boy
#8B9BA5
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#8E9CA6
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Dunn-Edwards
#91A2A6
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Benjamin Moore
#8DA5AE
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In Good Taste
Hirshfield's
#8999A4
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#869FAE
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Farrow & Ball
#90A3A6
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#82979D
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RAL
#8A9597
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Colors That Work With Dusty Denim
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dusty Denim from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Denim are Symmetry by PPG (a close digital match), Debonair by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Silver Fox by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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