Hedgehog Brown 2097-30 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7B584A, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Burnt Umber from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #7B584A · 2097-30
Hedgehog Brown
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hedgehog Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#7B584A
RGB123, 88, 74
Estimated LRV11.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Hedgehog Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hedgehog Brown
#7B584A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#958A63
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hedgehog Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hedgehog Brown Room Palettes
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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
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Hedgehog Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hedgehog Brown have?
Hedgehog Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hedgehog Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hedgehog Brown are Burnt Umber by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Roxy Brown by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Burns Cave by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hedgehog 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 Hedgehog Brown?
Hedgehog Brown has a estimated lightness value of 11.7, 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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