Natural Bark N170-6 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #594A45, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bear in Mind from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #594A45 · N170-6
Natural Bark
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Natural Bark Technical Profile
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Natural Bark in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Natural Bark in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNatural Bark
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBear in Mind
Bear in Mind
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
French Toast
PPG
Nearly identical
Incense Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cattail
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cabin Plank
Valspar
Very similar
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Rawhide
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Natural Bark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Natural Bark
#594A45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D7354
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Natural Bark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Natural Bark 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 Natural Bark.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Natural Bark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Natural Bark have?
Natural Bark 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 Natural Bark in your own space before committing.
What colors match Natural Bark from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Natural Bark are Bear in Mind by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Chateau Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Molasses by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Natural Bark'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 Natural Bark?
Natural Bark has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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 Natural Bark's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.