Appalachian Spring 2100-40 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A58074, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hickory Branch from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A58074 · 2100-40
Appalachian Spring
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Appalachian Spring Technical Profile
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Appalachian Spring in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Appalachian Spring in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAppalachian Spring
Nearly identical
BehrHickory Branch
Hickory Branch
Behr
Nearly identical
Clay Dusk
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hickory Branch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hushed Auburn
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mystic Mauve
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tattered Teddy
PPG
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Appalachian Spring
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Appalachian Spring
#A58074
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Appalachian Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Appalachian Spring 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Appalachian Spring.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Appalachian Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Appalachian Spring have?
Appalachian Spring by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Appalachian Spring in your own space before committing.
What colors match Appalachian Spring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Appalachian Spring are Hickory Branch by Behr (a near-identical match), Clay Dusk by Valspar (a near-identical match), Hickory Branch by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Appalachian Spring's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Appalachian Spring?
Appalachian Spring has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Appalachian Spring's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.