Gray Squirrel N320-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E9883, estimated LRV 30 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Linden Spear from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8E9883 · N320-5
Gray Squirrel
30%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gray Squirrel Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E9883
RGB142, 152, 131
Estimated LRV29.8
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Gray Squirrel
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Linden Spear
Dunn-Edwards
#8E9985
Close digital match
Weeping Willow
Kilz
#919B88
Close digital match
High Park
Benjamin Moore
#8D9A86
Close digital match
Jade Dragon
Sherwin-Williams
#909886
Close digital match
Farm Fresh
PPG
#8E9B88
Close digital match
Whispering Willow
Vista Paint
#8D9980
Close digital match
Cypress Garden
Dutch Boy
#939B88
Close digital match
Tuscan Olive
Valspar
#949A84
Close digital match
Whispering Willow
Hirshfield's
#919C81
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Farrow & Ball
#899081
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RAL
#8B8C7A
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Colorhouse
#969873
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Colors That Work With Gray Squirrel
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Squirrel
#8E9883
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#86AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Squirrel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Squirrel 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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Gray Squirrel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Squirrel have?
Gray Squirrel by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Gray Squirrel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Squirrel are Linden Spear by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Weeping Willow by Kilz (a close digital match), High Park by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gray Squirrel'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 Gray Squirrel?
Gray Squirrel has a estimated lightness value of 29.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Squirrel's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.