Timber Wolf → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf (1600), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Timber Wolf
If you love Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Timber Wolf (1600) is a medium gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, mid-tone gray with minimal undertone. Named for the wolf, it carries a quiet strength. One of BM's most reliably neutral grays. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 42.88) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Timber Wolf and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Behr option is Evening Hush (PPU12-09) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Evening Hush is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Timber Wolf
Evening Hush is close.
| Timber Wolf | Evening Hush | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 42.88 | 46 |
| Hex | #B9B7B1 | #BEBDB9 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Cool Neutral Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Timber Wolf has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced, mid-tone gray with minimal undertone. Named for the wolf, it carries a quiet strength. One of BM's most reliably neutral grays.
Evening Hush has cool neutral gray undertones. A balanced cool gray. Clean and modern.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Timber Wolf in Your Room
Stays neutral in virtually all conditions. Does not pull warm, cool, pink, or green. Simply gray.
Evening Hush in Your Room
Neutral and clean. Stays balanced in all lighting.
LRV and Brightness
Timber Wolf has an LRV of 42.88, while Evening Hush has an LRV of 46. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Timber Wolf
Benjamin Moore recommends Timber Wolf for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, living room. With an LRV of 42.88, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Evening Hush is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, office, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Evening Hush in the same rooms you planned for Timber Wolf.
Timber Wolf in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Timber Wolf (1600) is Evening Hush (PPU12-09) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Evening Hush is close. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Timber Wolf is a Benjamin Moore color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 42.88. Evening Hush is a Behr color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 46. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.