Ref. #796962 · 770B-6
Oakwood Brown
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Oakwood Brown Technical Profile
What color is Oakwood Brown? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #796962. Colors similar to Oakwood Brown include Farrow & Ball London Clay, Sherwin-Williams Less Brown, Vista Paint Toasted Taupe. Oakwood Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Oakwood Brown 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, Oakwood Brown 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 Oakwood Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oakwood Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oakwood Brown
#796962
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F966F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oakwood Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oakwood 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 Oakwood Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oakwood Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oakwood Brown have?
Oakwood Brown by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Oakwood Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are London Clay by Farrow & Ball (#786963), Less Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#756761), Toasted Taupe by Vista Paint (#7D6B62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Oakwood Brown?
Oakwood Brown has an LRV of 18.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oakwood Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.