Ref. #A0694D · 240F-5
Toasted Chestnut
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Toasted Chestnut Technical Profile
What color is Toasted Chestnut? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A0694D. Colors similar to Toasted Chestnut include Kilz Roasted Pumpkin, MPC Raw Brown, MPC Rosso Gold Met.. Toasted Chestnut has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Toasted Chestnut 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, Toasted Chestnut 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 Toasted Chestnut
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Toasted Chestnut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Toasted Chestnut
#A0694D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7A079
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Toasted Chestnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Toasted Chestnut 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 Toasted Chestnut.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Toasted Chestnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Toasted Chestnut have?
Toasted Chestnut by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Toasted Chestnut from other brands?
The closest matches are Roasted Pumpkin by Kilz (#A1694D), Raw Brown by MPC (#9F684B), Rosso Gold Met. by MPC (#A06A4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Toasted Chestnut?
Toasted Chestnut has an LRV of 22.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Toasted Chestnut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.