Dark Walnut 1358 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #684B4F, LRV 9 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ripe Fig from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #684B4F · 1358
Dark Walnut
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Walnut Technical Profile
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Dark Walnut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Walnut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark Walnut
Nearly identical
BehrRipe Fig
Ripe Fig
Behr
Nearly identical
Crabapple Wine
Valspar
Very similar
Chocolate Eclair
PPG
Very similar
Beetroot
Vista Paint
Very similar
Outer Boundary
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Madder
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Maroon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
County Road
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Burnt Clay
Kilz
Visible difference
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Walnut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Walnut
#684B4F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A6D5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Walnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Walnut 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 Dark Walnut.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Walnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Walnut have?
Dark Walnut by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Walnut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Walnut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Walnut are Ripe Fig by Behr (a near-identical match), Brown Ridge by Behr (a very close match), Crabapple Wine by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark Walnut'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 Dark Walnut?
Dark Walnut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.5, 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 Dark Walnut's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.