Ref. #56472E · S-H-700
Burley Wood
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Burley Wood Technical Profile
What color is Burley Wood? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #56472E. Burley Wood has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Burley Wood 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, Burley Wood 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 Burley Wood
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burley Wood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burley Wood
#56472E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#696E49
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burley Wood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burley Wood 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 Burley Wood.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burley Wood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burley Wood have?
Burley Wood by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Burley Wood from other brands?
The closest matches are Nightfall by Vista Paint (#5D4F38), Momentum by Sherwin-Williams (#5C4E2E), Wood Pigeon by Valspar (#534828). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burley Wood?
Burley Wood has an LRV of 10.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burley Wood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.