Ref. #56473F · BXC-79
Center Earth
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Center Earth Technical Profile
What color is Center Earth? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #56473F. Colors similar to Center Earth include Benjamin Moore Mink, Colorhouse Nourish .05, Benjamin Moore Brown Sugar. Center Earth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Center 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, Center 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 Center Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Center Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Center Earth
#56473F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#787250
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Center Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Center 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 Center Earth.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Center Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Center Earth have?
Center Earth by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Center Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are Mink by Benjamin Moore (#53453D), Nourish .05 by Colorhouse (#53453C), Brown Sugar by Benjamin Moore (#574A43). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Center Earth?
Center Earth has an LRV of 10.0, 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 Center Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.