Earthy Ochre 9532 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BEAE88, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dry Earth from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEAE88 · 9532
Earthy Ochre
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Earthy Ochre Technical Profile
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Earthy Ochre in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Earthy Ochre in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsEarthy Ochre
Nearly identical
ValsparDry Earth
Dry Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Danville Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Palomino Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Trail Blazer
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Refined
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Desert Camel
PPG
Nearly identical
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Olivaster Tan
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Earthy Ochre
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Earthy Ochre
#BEAE88
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 Earthy Ochre
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Earthy Ochre 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Earthy Ochre — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Earthy Ochre have?
Earthy Ochre by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Earthy Ochre in your own space before committing.
What colors match Earthy Ochre from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Earthy Ochre are Dry Earth by Valspar (a near-identical match), Danville Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Yorkshire Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Earthy Ochre'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 Earthy Ochre?
Earthy Ochre has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Earthy Ochre's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.