Ref. #A77D4D · S260-6
Circus Peanut
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Circus Peanut Technical Profile
What color is Circus Peanut? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A77D4D. Colors similar to Circus Peanut include Benjamin Moore Graham Cracker, PPG Look At Me, Dunn-Edwards Driftwood. Circus Peanut has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Circus Peanut depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Circus Peanut 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 Circus Peanut
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Circus Peanut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Circus Peanut
#A77D4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAB7C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Circus Peanut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Circus Peanut 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 Circus Peanut.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Circus Peanut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Circus Peanut have?
Circus Peanut by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Circus Peanut from other brands?
The closest matches are Graham Cracker by Benjamin Moore (#A57D50), Look At Me by PPG (#A67E4B), Driftwood by Dunn-Edwards (#A67A45). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Circus Peanut?
Circus Peanut has an LRV of 26.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Circus Peanut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.