Pony Brown 2163-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8E6446, estimated LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Copper Pot from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8E6446 · 2163-20
Pony Brown
15%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pony Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E6446
RGB142, 100, 70
Estimated LRV15.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#936647
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#8F684B
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Colors That Work With Pony Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pony Brown
#8E6446
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D986A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pony Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pony 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
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Pony Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pony Brown have?
Pony Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pony Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pony Brown are Copper Pot by PPG (a close digital match), Cedar Chest by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Mochaccino by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pony 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 Pony Brown?
Pony Brown has a estimated lightness value of 15.3, 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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