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A match of Behr N230-5 Dry Brown is a muted, medium-depth brown with a warm yellow-red bias and low chroma. It reads as a subdued earthy brown rather than a sharp or highly saturated color, with enough body to feel clearly brown and enough softness to keep it from looking harsh.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to N230-5 Dry Brown is well suited to PVC trim, downspouts, vent covers, switch plates, railings, mailbox parts, speaker grilles, shelf brackets, and other small fixtures where a restrained brown finish is needed. It can also be used on frames, hardware, baskets, and accessory pieces when the goal is to keep the part visually quiet and consistent with the surrounding painted hardware or architectural detail.

Because this color is fairly muted, it usually reads steadily on small parts, but finish and substrate still affect the result. Matte or textured surfaces can make it look a little drier and more gray-brown, while glossier finishes can bring out more of the warm undertone. Good prep helps on plastic, metal, and previously coated surfaces, and darker or uneven substrates may need extra coats for full, even coverage.

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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Behr™ N230-5 Dry Brown *

How do I confirm that Behr N230-5 Dry Brown is the right color before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

Confirm Behr N230-5 Dry Brown from a physical swatch, fan deck, or an existing painted sample from the original brand whenever possible. Screen viewing alone can shift the color enough to cause an ordering mistake.

MyPerfectColor makes a match of Behr N230-5 Dry Brown in its own paint, so the most important step is verifying the target color reference before you order.

How much MyPerfectColor paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown do I need for my project?

Coverage depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat.

For other MyPerfectColor paint formats, coverage is usually about 400 to 600 square feet, but you should still plan by the actual area and the number of coats needed for Behr N230-5 Dry Brown.

When can I recoat MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown?

Spray paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown is usually dry to the touch within minutes, but that is not the same as being ready for another coat or full handling.

Plan to recoat in about 1 to 2 hours and expect full cure in about 2 weeks. If the surface is getting multiple coats, let each coat reach the proper recoat stage before applying the next one.

Can I order Behr N230-5 Dry Brown as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for vents, railings, or hardware?

Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown is useful for trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, and other items that are awkward to coat with a brush.

This format is often a practical choice when you need a color match on small parts or removable components rather than a full wall or large surface.

Where do I find the SDS for MyPerfectColor paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown?

The SDS is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry you order, not to the Behr N230-5 Dry Brown color name alone.

Check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact product format you plan to buy, such as spray paint or another paint type.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr N230-5 Dry Brown depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Behr N230-5 Dry Brown?
The RGB values for Behr N230-5 Dry Brown are 150, 131, 117 and the HEX code is #968375. The LRV for Behr N230-5 Dry Brown is 23.97. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr N230-5 Dry Brown enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr N230-5 Dry Brown?
The Hue Angle for Behr N230-5 Dry Brown is 63.85 and the chroma is 11.64. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Does Behr paint color Behr N230-5 Dry Brown need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr N230-5 Dry Brown and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr N230-5 Dry Brown?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr N230-5 Dry Brown in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

How do I convert Behr N230-5 Dry Brown to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr N230-5 Dry Brown in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.