Swiss Brown N210-6 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5C5548, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Montana Moss from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5C5548 · N210-6
Swiss Brown
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Swiss Brown Technical Profile
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Swiss Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Swiss Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSwiss Brown
Nearly identical
ValsparMontana Moss
Montana Moss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Muddled Basil
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ares Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnt Bark
PPG
Very similar
Green Grove
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Grime
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ironside
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Chiaroscuro
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Very similar
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Swiss Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Swiss Brown
#5C5548
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B8156
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Swiss Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Swiss 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 Swiss 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.
Swiss Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Swiss Brown have?
Swiss 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 Swiss Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Swiss Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Swiss Brown are Montana Moss by Valspar (a near-identical match), Muddled Basil by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Ares Shadow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Swiss 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 Swiss Brown?
Swiss Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Swiss Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.