Brazen 259 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9E8347, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brassy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9E8347 · 259
Brazen
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Brazen Technical Profile
HEX Code#9E8347
RGB158, 131, 71
Estimated LRV24.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#9D8344
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Colors That Work With Brazen
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brazen
#9E8347
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CA672
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brazen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brazen 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
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Brazen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brazen have?
Brazen by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Brazen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brazen are Brassy by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Trinket Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Wishing Troll by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Brazen'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 Brazen?
Brazen has a estimated lightness value of 24.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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