Dry Earth 6008-4A is a beige paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BDAE89, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Earthy Ochre from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDAE89 · 6008-4A
Dry Earth
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dry Earth Technical Profile
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Dry Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dry Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDry Earth
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsEarthy Ochre
Earthy Ochre
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Danville Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kaffir Lime
Behr
Nearly identical
Trail Blazer
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Refined
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dusty Khaki
PPG
Nearly identical
Refined
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Speckled Shell
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dry Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dry Earth
#BDAE89
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 Dry Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dry 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Dry Earth.
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 Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dry Earth have?
Dry Earth by Valspar 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 Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dry Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dry Earth are Earthy Ochre by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Danville Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Kaffir Lime by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dry 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 Dry Earth?
Dry Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.9, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dry Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.