Ref. #806D58 · CSP-265
Kentucky Birch
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kentucky Birch Technical Profile
What color is Kentucky Birch? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #806D58. Colors similar to Kentucky Birch include Behr Outdoor Cafe, PPG Salted Pretzel, Hirshfield's Hitching Post. Kentucky Birch has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Kentucky Birch 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, Kentucky Birch 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 Kentucky Birch
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kentucky Birch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kentucky Birch
#806D58
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D9E6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kentucky Birch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kentucky Birch 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 Kentucky Birch.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kentucky Birch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kentucky Birch have?
Kentucky Birch by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Kentucky Birch from other brands?
The closest matches are Outdoor Cafe by Behr (#7F6C54), Salted Pretzel by PPG (#816B56), Hitching Post by Hirshfield's (#83705E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Kentucky Birch?
Kentucky Birch has an LRV of 16.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kentucky Birch's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.