Dry Goods Neutral 40YY 44/095 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BBB2A2, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whisper from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBB2A2 · 40YY 44/095
Dry Goods Neutral
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dry Goods Neutral Technical Profile
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Dry Goods Neutral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dry Goods Neutral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDry Goods Neutral
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsWhisper
Whisper
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pashmina
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Flintstone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Saturn Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Thistle Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Counterpoint
Valspar
Nearly identical
Thistle Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Urban Gateway
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rhino-Ed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dry Goods Neutral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dry Goods Neutral
#BBB2A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dry Goods Neutral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dry Goods Neutral 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dry Goods Neutral.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dry Goods Neutral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dry Goods Neutral have?
Dry Goods Neutral by PPG 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 Dry Goods Neutral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dry Goods Neutral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dry Goods Neutral are Whisper by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pashmina by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Flintstone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dry Goods Neutral'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 Dry Goods Neutral?
Dry Goods Neutral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.0, 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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