Ref. #B4915F · S280-5
Windswept Leaves
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Windswept Leaves Technical Profile
What color is Windswept Leaves? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B4915F. Colors similar to Windswept Leaves include Dunn-Edwards Maple View, Hirshfield's Gold Ransom, PPG Tan Your Hide. Windswept Leaves has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Windswept Leaves depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Windswept Leaves 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 Windswept Leaves
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Maple View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gold Ransom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tan Your Hide
PPG
Nearly identical
Gold Ransom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Baked Cumin
MPC
Nearly identical
Richmond Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Peristyle Brass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Family Tree
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windswept Leaves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windswept Leaves
#B4915F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windswept Leaves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windswept Leaves 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 Windswept Leaves.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windswept Leaves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windswept Leaves have?
Windswept Leaves by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Windswept Leaves from other brands?
The closest matches are Maple View by Dunn-Edwards (#B49161), Gold Ransom by Hirshfield's (#B39260), Tan Your Hide by PPG (#B5905A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Windswept Leaves?
Windswept Leaves has an LRV of 30.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Windswept Leaves's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.