Ref. #B98E61 · CC-420
Maple Syrup
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Maple Syrup Technical Profile
What color is Maple Syrup? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B98E61. Colors similar to Maple Syrup include Valspar Corner Café, Hirshfield's Apple Crisp, Vista Paint Apple Crisp. Maple Syrup has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Maple Syrup depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Maple Syrup 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 Syrup
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Maple Syrup
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Maple Syrup
#B98E61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Maple Syrup
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Maple Syrup 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 Syrup.
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 Syrup — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Maple Syrup have?
Maple Syrup by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Maple Syrup from other brands?
The closest matches are Corner Café by Valspar (#B88D60), Apple Crisp by Hirshfield's (#BB8E5E), Apple Crisp by Vista Paint (#BA8E5C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Maple Syrup?
Maple Syrup has an LRV of 30.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Maple Syrup's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.