Ref. #84705E · 1022
Maple Shadows
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Maple Shadows Technical Profile
What color is Maple Shadows? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #84705E. Colors similar to Maple Shadows include Hirshfield's Hitching Post, Sherwin-Williams Tiki Hut, Vista Paint Hitching Post. Maple Shadows has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Maple Shadows 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, Maple Shadows 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 Maple Shadows
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Maple Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Maple Shadows
#84705E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A173
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Maple Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Maple Shadows 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 Maple Shadows.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Maple Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Maple Shadows have?
Maple Shadows by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Maple Shadows from other brands?
The closest matches are Hitching Post by Hirshfield's (#83705E), Tiki Hut by Sherwin-Williams (#826F5E), Hitching Post by Vista Paint (#82705F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Maple Shadows?
Maple Shadows has an LRV of 17.3, 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 Maple Shadows's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.