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Behr Dry Brown N230-5

Dry Brown

Behr

N230-5

About Dry Brown by Behr

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Brightness: 24%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #968374

RGB: 150, 131, 116

Hue27°

Saturation14%

Lightness52%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Dry Brown from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Dry Brown

Behr

N230-5

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Dry Brown looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Dry Brown N230-5 a warm or cool color?
Dry Brown by Behr is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dry Brown?
Dry Brown sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 27°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dry Brown?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 14%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 27°. The hex value is #968374. The RGB value is 150, 131, 116.
Is Dry Brown better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dry Brown has brightness around 24%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Dry Brown?
You can match Dry Brown with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Dry Brown work best in a home?
Dry Brown works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Dry Brown compare to a pure white paint?
Dry Brown is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Dry Brown in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Dry Brown

Behr

N230-5

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Dry Brown in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Dry Brown

Behr

N230-5

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Dry Brown. They add contrast without clashing.

Dry Brown

Behr

N230-5

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