Ref. #A7855D · BIC-44
Chamois Leather
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chamois Leather Technical Profile
What color is Chamois Leather? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A7855D. Colors similar to Chamois Leather include Hirshfield's Toffee, Hirshfield's Rich Oak, Benjamin Moore Gingersnaps. Chamois Leather has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Chamois Leather depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Chamois Leather 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 Chamois Leather
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Toffee
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gingersnaps
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rookwood Antique Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bread Basket
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Sepia
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mexican Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Heather Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Leather Satchel
Valspar
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chamois Leather
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chamois Leather
#A7855D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chamois Leather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chamois Leather 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 Chamois Leather.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chamois Leather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chamois Leather have?
Chamois Leather by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Chamois Leather from other brands?
The closest matches are Toffee by Hirshfield's (#A6845D), Rich Oak by Hirshfield's (#A7855A), Gingersnaps by Benjamin Moore (#AB865C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chamois Leather?
Chamois Leather has an LRV of 25.8, 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 Chamois Leather's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.