Ref. #85745F · CC-510
Buckhorn
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buckhorn Technical Profile
What color is Buckhorn? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #85745F. Colors similar to Buckhorn include Hirshfield's Sandy Shoes, Vista Paint Sandy Shoes, MPC Olimbos Green. Buckhorn has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Buckhorn 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, Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buckhorn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buckhorn
#85745F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0A374
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buckhorn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buckhorn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buckhorn have?
Buckhorn by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Buckhorn from other brands?
The closest matches are Sandy Shoes by Hirshfield's (#847563), Sandy Shoes by Vista Paint (#827461), Olimbos Green by MPC (#847661). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Buckhorn?
Buckhorn has an LRV of 18.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Buckhorn's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.