Ref. #653F38 · S190-7
Toasted Pecan
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Toasted Pecan Technical Profile
What color is Toasted Pecan? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #653F38. Colors similar to Toasted Pecan include Hirshfield's Otis Madiera, RAL Chestnut Brown, Dunn-Edwards Sunken Ship. Toasted Pecan has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Toasted Pecan creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Toasted Pecan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Otis Madiera
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Nearly identical
Sunken Ship
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aurora Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nicolson Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Earthly Pleasure
Vista Paint
Very similar
Warm Mahogany
PPG
Very similar
Remington Bronze Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Toasted Pecan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Toasted Pecan
#653F38
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D6E53
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Toasted Pecan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Toasted Pecan 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 Pecan.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Toasted Pecan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Toasted Pecan have?
Toasted Pecan by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Toasted Pecan from other brands?
The closest matches are Otis Madiera by Hirshfield's (#633D38), Chestnut Brown by RAL (#633A34), Sunken Ship by Dunn-Edwards (#6B443D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Toasted Pecan?
Toasted Pecan has an LRV of 10.0, 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 Toasted Pecan's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.