Ref. #9C6448 · UL120-4
Antique Copper
17%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Antique Copper Technical Profile
What color is Antique Copper? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9C6448. Colors similar to Antique Copper include Benjamin Moore Copper Kettle, MPC Raw Brown, Benjamin Moore Rusty. Antique Copper has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Antique Copper creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Antique Copper pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Antique Copper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Copper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Copper
#9C6448
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A59D72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Copper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Copper 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 Antique Copper.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Copper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Copper have?
Antique Copper by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Antique Copper from other brands?
The closest matches are Copper Kettle by Benjamin Moore (#9D674C), Raw Brown by MPC (#9F684B), Rusty by Benjamin Moore (#9D6141). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Antique Copper?
Antique Copper has an LRV of 16.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Antique Copper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.