Ref. #846D22 · 350D-7
Cattail Brown
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cattail Brown Technical Profile
What color is Cattail Brown? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #846D22. Cattail Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Cattail Brown creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Cattail Brown reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Cattail Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cattail Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cattail Brown
#846D22
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F9346
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cattail Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cattail Brown 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 Cattail Brown.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cattail Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cattail Brown have?
Cattail Brown by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Cattail Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Brown by RAL (#826C34), Hunting Jacket by Valspar (#816328), Wing Man by Vista Paint (#7A6F37). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cattail Brown?
Cattail Brown has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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