Copper AC-12 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B27E61, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terra Cotta Trail from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B27E61 · AC-12
Copper
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Copper Technical Profile
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Copper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Copper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCopper
Nearly identical
ValsparTerra Cotta Trail
Terra Cotta Trail
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pecan
Behr
Nearly identical
Spiced Cider
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Caramel Apple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Capuccino
PPG
Very similar
Brighton Beach
Vista Paint
Very similar
Desert Varnish
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Autumn's Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Copper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Copper
#B27E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEA884
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Copper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Copper 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 Copper.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Copper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Copper have?
Copper by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Copper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Copper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Copper are Terra Cotta Trail by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pecan by Behr (a near-identical match), Spiced Cider by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Copper'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 Copper?
Copper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
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 Copper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.