Ref. #9B6E6C · 1257
Bourbon Street
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bourbon Street Technical Profile
What color is Bourbon Street? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #9B6E6C. Colors similar to Bourbon Street include Behr Autumn Russet, Sherwin-Williams Rose Brocade, PPG Clay Ridge. Bourbon Street has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Bourbon Street 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, Bourbon Street 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 Bourbon Street
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bourbon Street
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bourbon Street
#9B6E6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bourbon Street
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bourbon Street 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 Bourbon Street.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bourbon Street — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bourbon Street have?
Bourbon Street by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Bourbon Street from other brands?
The closest matches are Autumn Russet by Behr (#A1716D), Rose Brocade by Sherwin-Williams (#996C6E), Clay Ridge by PPG (#956A66). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bourbon Street?
Bourbon Street has an LRV of 19.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bourbon Street's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.