Weathered Fossil N310-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8D8D6A, estimated LRV 26 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Playing Hooky from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8D8D6A · N310-5
Weathered Fossil
26%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Weathered Fossil Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D8D6A
RGB141, 141, 106
Estimated LRV25.8
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Weathered Fossil
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Weathered Fossil
#8D8D6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AA80
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Weathered Fossil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Weathered Fossil 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
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Weathered Fossil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Weathered Fossil have?
Weathered Fossil by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Weathered Fossil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Weathered Fossil are Playing Hooky by PPG (a close digital match), Hedgerow Olive by PPG (a close digital match), Alligator Pear by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Weathered Fossil'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 Weathered Fossil?
Weathered Fossil has a estimated lightness value of 25.8, 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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