Ref. #736B63 · 1470
Bear Creek
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bear Creek Technical Profile
What color is Bear Creek? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #736B63. Colors similar to Bear Creek include MPC Neo Bronze Met., Hirshfield's Grey Locks, PPG Granite. Bear Creek has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Bear Creek 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, Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bear Creek
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bear Creek
#736B63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D9D6C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bear Creek
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bear Creek — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bear Creek have?
Bear Creek by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bear Creek from other brands?
The closest matches are Neo Bronze Met. by MPC (#716961), Grey Locks by Hirshfield's (#72695E), Granite by PPG (#746A5E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bear Creek?
Bear Creek has an LRV of 15.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bear Creek's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.