Desert Shadows 2114-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #695654, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Briar Wood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #695654 · 2114-30
Desert Shadows
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Desert Shadows Technical Profile
HEX Code#695654
RGB105, 86, 84
Estimated LRV10.3
UndertoneNeutral
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Desert Shadows
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Shadows
#695654
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#907D60
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Shadows Room Palettes
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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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Desert Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Shadows have?
Desert Shadows by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Desert Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Shadows are Briar Wood by Behr (a close digital match), Bridle Leather Brown by Valspar (a close digital match), Bourbon Truffle by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Shadows'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 Desert Shadows?
Desert Shadows has a estimated lightness value of 10.3, 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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