Marsh Brown 2164-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7F593E, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Molasses from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F593E · 2164-20
Marsh Brown
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Marsh Brown Technical Profile
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Marsh Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marsh Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMarsh Brown
Nearly identical
BehrMolasses
Molasses
Behr
Nearly identical
Western Pursuit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jute Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Beige Brown
RAL
Nearly identical
Maple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mover and Shaker
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rodeo
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yule Log
Kilz
Very similar
Fresh Baked Pumpernickel
PPG
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Valspar
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marsh Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marsh Brown
#7F593E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#918D5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marsh Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marsh Brown 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 Marsh Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marsh Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marsh Brown have?
Marsh Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Marsh Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marsh Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marsh Brown are Molasses by Behr (a near-identical match), Western Pursuit by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Leather Work by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marsh Brown's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Marsh Brown?
Marsh Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Marsh Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.