Ref. #6E4F40 · 2106-20
Auberge
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Auberge Technical Profile
What color is Auberge? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #6E4F40. Colors similar to Auberge include Behr Moroccan Henna, Sherwin-Williams Brevity Brown, Vista Paint Coffee Shop. Auberge has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Auberge 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, Auberge 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 Auberge
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Auberge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Auberge
#6E4F40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#877F5A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Auberge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Auberge 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 Auberge.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Auberge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Auberge have?
Auberge by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Auberge from other brands?
The closest matches are Moroccan Henna by Behr (#6E5043), Brevity Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#715243), Coffee Shop by Vista Paint (#704D3D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Auberge?
Auberge has an LRV of 9.3, 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 Auberge's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.