Ref. #87704C · CSP-990
Bittergreen
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bittergreen Technical Profile
What color is Bittergreen? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #87704C. Colors similar to Bittergreen include PPG Paddle Wheel, Hirshfield's Golden Freesia, Vista Paint Rutherford. Bittergreen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Bittergreen 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, Bittergreen 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 Bittergreen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bittergreen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bittergreen
#87704C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#969C6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bittergreen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bittergreen 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 Bittergreen.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bittergreen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bittergreen have?
Bittergreen by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Bittergreen from other brands?
The closest matches are Paddle Wheel by PPG (#88724D), Golden Freesia by Hirshfield's (#876F4D), Rutherford by Vista Paint (#8A714C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bittergreen?
Bittergreen has an LRV of 17.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bittergreen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.