Ancient Root PPU4-20 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #70553E, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Umber from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70553E · PPU4-20
Ancient Root
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Ancient Root in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ancient Root in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAncient Root
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsUmber
Umber
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Brown Tar
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Olde Metal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Molasses
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Alpha Male
Vista Paint
Very similar
Alpha Male
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Log Cabin
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pearl Gold
RAL
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Yule Log
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Root
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Root
#70553E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87855A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Root 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ancient Root.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancient Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Root have?
Ancient Root by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ancient Root in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ancient Root from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Root are Umber by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Brown Tar by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Coconut Husk by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ancient Root'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 Ancient Root?
Ancient Root has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Ancient Root's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.