Baywood Brown 1234 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B6998B, LRV 35 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lite Cocoa from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6998B · 1234
Baywood Brown
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Baywood Brown Technical Profile
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Baywood Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baywood Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBaywood Brown
Nearly identical
BehrLite Cocoa
Lite Cocoa
Behr
Nearly identical
Opaque Cocoa
Valspar
Very similar
Natchez
Vista Paint
Very similar
Natchez
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Emerging Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bidwell Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hennepin Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iris Mauve
PPG
Very similar
Dusty Bronze
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baywood Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baywood Brown
#B6998B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA685
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baywood Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baywood Brown 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 Baywood Brown.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baywood Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baywood Brown have?
Baywood Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Baywood Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baywood Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baywood Brown are Lite Cocoa by Behr (a near-identical match), Opaque Cocoa by Valspar (a very close match), Mauve Blush by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Baywood Brown'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 Baywood Brown?
Baywood Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Baywood Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.