Restful Brown BNC-36 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7E806A, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dried Chive from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #7E806A · BNC-36
Restful Brown
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Restful Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#7E806A
RGB126, 128, 106
Estimated LRV20.9
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
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Restful Brown
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dried Chive
Dunn-Edwards
#7B7D69
Close digital match
Galpagos Green
Benjamin Moore
#7C8169
Close digital match
Seaweed Wrap
PPG
#84846F
Similar digital color
Artichoke
Sherwin-Williams
#7F8266
Similar digital color
Combat Boots
Kilz
#85846E
Similar digital color
Sweetbrier
Dutch Boy
#7B8070
Similar digital color
Cement Grey
RAL
#7D8471
Similar digital color
Warm Eucalyptus
Valspar
#7C7F70
Similar digital color
Pendula Garden
Hirshfield's
#7B8267
Similar digital color
Pendula Garden
Vista Paint
#798065
Similar digital color
Treron
Farrow & Ball
#8B8A77
Similar digital color
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Restful Brown
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Restful Brown
#7E806A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8AA578
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Restful Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Restful Brown 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 Restful Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Restful Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Restful Brown have?
Restful Brown 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 Restful Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Restful Brown are Dried Chive by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Ivy Garden by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Moss Covered by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Restful Brown'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 Restful Brown?
Restful Brown has a estimated lightness value of 20.9, 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.
Explore More with Restful Brown
Related Reading
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 Restful Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.