Brown Sugar 2112-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #574A43, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rare Wood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #574A43 · 2112-20
Brown Sugar
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brown Sugar Technical Profile
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Brown Sugar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brown Sugar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBrown Sugar
Nearly identical
BehrRare Wood
Rare Wood
Behr
Nearly identical
Sarsaparilla
PPG
Nearly identical
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnt Tile
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Black Walnut
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Orchid Black
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Black Cherry
Kilz
Very similar
Rawhide
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brown Sugar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brown Sugar
#574A43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B7552
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brown Sugar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brown Sugar 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 Brown Sugar.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brown Sugar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brown Sugar have?
Brown Sugar by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brown Sugar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brown Sugar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brown Sugar are Rare Wood by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark Truffle by Behr (a near-identical match), Sarsaparilla by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Brown Sugar'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 Brown Sugar?
Brown Sugar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.3, 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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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 Brown Sugar's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.