Ref. #7E6C60 · PPU5-03
Antique Earth
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Antique Earth Technical Profile
What color is Antique Earth? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7E6C60. Colors similar to Antique Earth include Kilz Cocoa Truffle, Benjamin Moore Devonwood Taupe, Dunn-Edwards Bannister Brown. Antique Earth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Antique Earth 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 Earth 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 Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Earth
#7E6C60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A09B71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Earth 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 Earth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Earth have?
Antique Earth by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Antique Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are Cocoa Truffle by Kilz (#7D6A5E), Devonwood Taupe by Benjamin Moore (#816E61), Bannister Brown by Dunn-Edwards (#806B5D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Antique Earth?
Antique Earth has an LRV of 16.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Antique Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.