Restful Brown BNC-36 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7E806A, 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.
Ref. #7E806A · BNC-36
Restful Brown
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Restful Brown Technical Profile
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Restful Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Restful Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRestful Brown
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDried Chive
Dried Chive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Galpagos Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seaweed Wrap
PPG
Very similar
Artichoke
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Sweetbrier
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cement Grey
RAL
Very similar
Warm Eucalyptus
Valspar
Very similar
Pendula Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pendula Garden
Vista Paint
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Restful Brown
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
Pure 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Restful Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Restful Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Restful Brown are Dried Chive by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ivy Garden by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Moss Covered by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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.
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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 Restful Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.