Ref. #A18562 · AC-6
New
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
New Technical Profile
What color is New? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A18562. Colors similar to New include Vista Paint Toffee, Hirshfield's Ginger Root, Vista Paint Ginger Root. New has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives New depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, New 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 New
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New
#A18562
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New 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 New.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New have?
New by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match New from other brands?
The closest matches are Toffee by Vista Paint (#A1845E), Ginger Root by Hirshfield's (#A3845E), Ginger Root by Vista Paint (#9C8260). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of New?
New has an LRV of 25.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with New
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why New's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.