Ref. #865D40 · 2163-10
Log Cabin
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Log Cabin Technical Profile
What color is Log Cabin? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #865D40. Colors similar to Log Cabin include Hirshfield's Chasm, Vista Paint Mover and Shaker, Hirshfield's Mover And Shaker. Log Cabin has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Log Cabin 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, Log Cabin 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 Log Cabin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Log Cabin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Log Cabin
#865D40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#979262
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Log Cabin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Log Cabin 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 Log Cabin.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Log Cabin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Log Cabin have?
Log Cabin by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Log Cabin from other brands?
The closest matches are Chasm by Hirshfield's (#876044), Mover and Shaker by Vista Paint (#875E44), Mover And Shaker by Hirshfield's (#855D44). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Log Cabin?
Log Cabin has an LRV of 13.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Log Cabin's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.