Ochre 2151-30 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BC9A52, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Donegal Tweed from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BC9A52 · 2151-30
Ochre
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ochre Technical Profile
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Ochre in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ochre in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreOchre
Nearly identical
BehrDonegal Tweed
Donegal Tweed
Behr
Nearly identical
Brown Rum
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Botanica Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Escapade Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gable Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Exotic Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bamboo Leaves
Valspar
Very similar
Amaretto Sours
PPG
Very similar
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Cairo Gold
Kilz
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ochre
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ochre
#BC9A52
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ochre
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ochre 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 Ochre.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ochre — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ochre have?
Ochre by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Ochre in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ochre from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ochre are Donegal Tweed by Behr (a near-identical match), Brown Rum by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Botanica Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ochre'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 Ochre?
Ochre has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Ochre's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.