Mother Earth 376 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCCA89, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Papyrus Plant from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCCA89 · 376
Mother Earth
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Mother Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mother Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMother Earth
Nearly identical
ValsparPapyrus Plant
Papyrus Plant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sonoma Chardonnay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Abstract
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweet Angelica
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Glimmer of Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chilled Chardonnay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Golden Kiwi
PPG
Very similar
Sweet Angelica
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chartreuse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
Beeswax .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mother Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mother Earth
#DCCA89
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mother Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mother Earth 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 Mother Earth.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mother Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mother Earth have?
Mother Earth by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mother Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mother Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mother Earth are Papyrus Plant by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sonoma Chardonnay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Abstract by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mother Earth'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 Mother Earth?
Mother Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mother Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.