Ref. #494C35 · 770D-7
Wanderer
10%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wanderer Technical Profile
What color is Wanderer? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #494C35. Colors similar to Wanderer include MPC Tin Soldier Green, Sherwin-Williams Secret Garden, RAL Olive Green. Wanderer has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Wanderer 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, Wanderer 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 Wanderer
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wanderer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wanderer
#494C35
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#556C48
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wanderer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wanderer 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 Wanderer.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wanderer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wanderer have?
Wanderer by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Wanderer from other brands?
The closest matches are Tin Soldier Green by MPC (#444934), Secret Garden by Sherwin-Williams (#4F523A), Olive Green by RAL (#424632). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wanderer?
Wanderer 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wanderer's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.