Ref. #7C6D5E · 994
Fallen Timber
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fallen Timber Technical Profile
What color is Fallen Timber? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7C6D5E. Colors similar to Fallen Timber include Hirshfield's Portobello, Vista Paint Portobello, Valspar Groundbreaking. Fallen Timber has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Fallen Timber 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, Fallen Timber 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 Fallen Timber
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fallen Timber
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fallen Timber
#7C6D5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F9F6E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fallen Timber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fallen Timber 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 Fallen Timber.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fallen Timber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fallen Timber have?
Fallen Timber by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Fallen Timber from other brands?
The closest matches are Portobello by Hirshfield's (#7D6E5E), Portobello by Vista Paint (#7D7061), Groundbreaking by Valspar (#786C5E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fallen Timber?
Fallen Timber has an LRV of 16.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fallen Timber's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.