Ref. #665A4B · 1001
North Creek Brown
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
North Creek Brown Technical Profile
What color is North Creek Brown? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #665A4B. Colors similar to North Creek Brown include Hirshfield's Black Heath, Sherwin-Williams Suitable Brown, RAL Pearl Beige. North Creek Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, North Creek Brown 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, North Creek Brown 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 North Creek Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Creek Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Creek Brown
#665A4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#86895B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Creek Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North Creek 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 North Creek 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.
North Creek Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Creek Brown have?
North Creek Brown by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match North Creek Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Black Heath by Hirshfield's (#675A49), Suitable Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#645A4B), Pearl Beige by RAL (#6A5D4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of North Creek Brown?
North Creek Brown has an LRV of 10.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Creek Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.