Classic Brown 2109-10 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #59463C, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Otter from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #59463C · 2109-10
Classic Brown
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Classic Brown Technical Profile
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Classic Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreClassic Brown
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsOtter
Otter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coffee Grounds
Kilz
Nearly identical
Center Earth
Behr
Nearly identical
Fudge Truffle
PPG
Very similar
Northern Territory
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Momentous Occasion
Valspar
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Connoisseur
Vista Paint
Very similar
Connoisseur
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Brown
#59463C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#787250
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Brown 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 Classic Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Brown have?
Classic Brown by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Brown are Otter by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Coffee Grounds by Kilz (a near-identical match), Center Earth by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic Brown'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 Classic Brown?
Classic Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.8, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.