Shiitake N220-4 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9F9F90, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sprig of Sage from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9F9F90 · N220-4
Shiitake
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Shiitake Technical Profile
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Shiitake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shiitake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShiitake
Nearly identical
ValsparSprig of Sage
Sprig of Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Smoky Slate
PPG
Nearly identical
Oil Cloth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Whale Watching
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Rock Wall
Vista Paint
Very similar
Frosted Fern
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Greyswood
Kilz
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shiitake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shiitake
#9F9F90
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shiitake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shiitake 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 Shiitake.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shiitake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shiitake have?
Shiitake by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Shiitake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shiitake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shiitake are Sprig of Sage by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pigeon by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Smoky Slate by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shiitake'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 Shiitake?
Shiitake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Shiitake's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.