Ref. #836C49 · N270-7
Library Oak
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Library Oak Technical Profile
What color is Library Oak? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #836C49. Colors similar to Library Oak include Hirshfield's Golden Summer, Vista Paint Golden Fressia, Hirshfield's Golden Freesia. Library Oak has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Library Oak 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, Library Oak 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 Library Oak
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Golden Summer
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Fressia
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bittergreen
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grecian Helmet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mossy Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Essential Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Paddle Wheel
PPG
Very similar
Brown Beige
RAL
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Library Oak
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Library Oak
#836C49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#949966
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Library Oak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Library Oak 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 Library Oak.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Library Oak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Library Oak have?
Library Oak by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Library Oak from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Summer by Hirshfield's (#816945), Golden Fressia by Vista Paint (#876E49), Golden Freesia by Hirshfield's (#876F4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Library Oak?
Library Oak has an LRV of 19.0, 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 Library Oak's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.