Freshwater Marsh ECC-37-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #535644, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Castle Stone from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #535644 · ECC-37-3
Freshwater Marsh
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Freshwater Marsh Technical Profile
HEX Code#535644
RGB83, 86, 68
Estimated LRV8.9
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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Colors That Work With Freshwater Marsh
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Freshwater Marsh
#535644
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#607B52
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Freshwater Marsh
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Freshwater Marsh Room Palettes
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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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Freshwater Marsh — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Freshwater Marsh have?
Freshwater Marsh 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 Freshwater Marsh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Freshwater Marsh are Castle Stone by PPG (a close digital match), Irish Moss by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Clearfield by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Freshwater Marsh'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 Freshwater Marsh?
Freshwater Marsh has a estimated lightness value of 8.9, 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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