Ref. #968B6F · PPU8-04
Urban Safari
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Urban Safari Technical Profile
What color is Urban Safari? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #968B6F. Colors similar to Urban Safari include Dunn-Edwards Courtyard Green, Valspar Sandalwood, Benjamin Moore Hancock Gray. Urban Safari has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Urban Safari depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Urban Safari pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Urban Safari
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Courtyard Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandalwood
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hancock Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Renwick Olive
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shagbark Olive
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Winter Grass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shagbark Olive
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rattan Palm
PPG
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Urban Safari
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Urban Safari
#968B6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Urban Safari
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Urban Safari 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 Urban Safari.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Urban Safari — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Urban Safari have?
Urban Safari by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Urban Safari from other brands?
The closest matches are Courtyard Green by Dunn-Edwards (#978D71), Sandalwood by Valspar (#968C74), Hancock Gray by Benjamin Moore (#978E71). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Urban Safari?
Urban Safari has an LRV of 26.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Urban Safari's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.