Ottertail N220-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #938579, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Timeless Taupe from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #938579 · N220-5
Ottertail
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ottertail Technical Profile
HEX Code#938579
RGB147, 133, 121
Estimated LRV24.4
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 Ottertail
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Timeless Taupe
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#908379
Close digital match
Bohemian Earth
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#8F8276
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Stardust
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#928679
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Wild Wilderness
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#91857C
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#8E8277
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Dutch Boy
#978A7F
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Colors That Work With Ottertail
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ottertail
#938579
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ottertail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ottertail 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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Ottertail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ottertail have?
Ottertail 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 Ottertail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ottertail are Timeless Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Bohemian Earth by Kilz (a close digital match), Stardust by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ottertail'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 Ottertail?
Ottertail has a estimated lightness value of 24.4, 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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