Ref. #684B4F · 1358
Dark Walnut
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dark Walnut Technical Profile
What color is Dark Walnut? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #684B4F. Colors similar to Dark Walnut include Behr Ripe Fig, Behr Brown Ridge, Valspar Crabapple Wine. Dark Walnut has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Dark Walnut 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, Dark Walnut 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 Dark Walnut
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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.
More neutral colors from other brands
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Dark Walnut from other brands?
The closest matches are Ripe Fig by Behr (#684F53), Brown Ridge by Behr (#61484D), Crabapple Wine by Valspar (#6F4D50). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Walnut?
Dark Walnut has an LRV of 8.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Dark Walnut's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.