Library Leather HDC-CL-13A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #68554E, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wood Grain Brown from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #68554E · HDC-CL-13A
Library Leather
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Library Leather Technical Profile
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Library Leather in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Library Leather in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLibrary Leather
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWood Grain Brown
Wood Grain Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bargeboard Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bargeboard Brown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gardener's Soil
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wild Buffalo
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Authentic Brown
PPG
Very similar
Tonka Bean
Kilz
Very similar
Deeply Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rookwood Dark Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Library Leather
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Library Leather
#68554E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C815D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Library Leather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Library Leather 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 Library Leather.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Library Leather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Library Leather have?
Library Leather 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 Library Leather in your own space before committing.
What colors match Library Leather from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Library Leather are Wood Grain Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bargeboard Brown by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cup O Java by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Library Leather'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 Library Leather?
Library Leather has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Library Leather's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.