Sierra N240-4 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B9A389, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Interlude from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9A389 · N240-4
Sierra
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sierra Technical Profile
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Sierra in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sierra in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSierra
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreInterlude
Interlude
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Southwood Lane
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Antelope
PPG
Nearly identical
Au Lait Ole
Valspar
Nearly identical
Outerbanks
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Desert Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Iced Mocha
Kilz
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sierra
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sierra
#B9A389
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sierra
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sierra 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 Sierra.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sierra — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sierra have?
Sierra by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sierra in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sierra from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sierra are Interlude by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Southwood Lane by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Towrope by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sierra'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 Sierra?
Sierra has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.3, 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 Sierra's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.