Ref. #897462 · 1021
Long Valley Birch
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Long Valley Birch Technical Profile
What color is Long Valley Birch? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #897462. Colors similar to Long Valley Birch include Behr True Walnut, MPC Ruddock Brown, Sherwin-Williams Tree Branch. Long Valley Birch has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Long Valley 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, Long Valley 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 Long Valley Birch
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Long Valley Birch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Long Valley Birch
#897462
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A479
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Long Valley Birch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Long Valley 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 Long Valley 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.
Long Valley Birch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Long Valley Birch have?
Long Valley Birch by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Long Valley Birch from other brands?
The closest matches are True Walnut by Behr (#8B7561), Ruddock Brown by MPC (#877363), Tree Branch by Sherwin-Williams (#8A7362). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Long Valley Birch?
Long Valley Birch has an LRV of 18.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Long Valley Birch's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.