Butternut Wood 710D-6 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6D6A4A, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Orchard from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6D6A4A · 710D-6
Butternut Wood
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Butternut Wood Technical Profile
HEX Code#6D6A4A
RGB109, 106, 74
Estimated LRV17.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Butternut Wood
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butternut Wood
#6D6A4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#798C5E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butternut Wood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butternut 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
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Butternut Wood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butternut Wood have?
Butternut Wood by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Butternut Wood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butternut Wood are Olive Orchard by PPG (a close digital match), Anchorage Jacket by Kilz (a close digital match), Ol' Moss Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Butternut Wood'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 Butternut Wood?
Butternut Wood has a estimated lightness value of 17.0, 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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