Downing Earth 2820 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #887B67, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Industrial Strength from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #887B67 · 2820
Downing Earth
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Downing Earth Technical Profile
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Downing Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Downing Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsDowning Earth
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sIndustrial Strength
Industrial Strength
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hiking Trail
Behr
Nearly identical
Stampede
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Patches
PPG
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mission Trail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Shelled Nut
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Safari Beige
Valspar
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Downing Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Downing Earth
#887B67
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Downing Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Downing Earth 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Downing Earth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Downing Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Downing Earth have?
Downing Earth by Sherwin-Williams 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 Downing Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Downing Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Downing Earth are Industrial Strength by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Hiking Trail by Behr (a near-identical match), Stampede by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Downing Earth'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 Downing Earth?
Downing Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.4, 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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Why Downing Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.