Rural Earth 1239 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #605148, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Walnut from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #605148 · 1239
Rural Earth
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rural Earth Technical Profile
HEX Code#605148
RGB96, 81, 72
Estimated LRV8.8
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Rural Earth
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rural Earth
#605148
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837E58
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rural Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rural 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
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Rural Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rural Earth have?
Rural Earth by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Rural Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rural Earth are Black Walnut by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Rawhide by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Authentic Brown by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rural 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 Rural Earth?
Rural Earth has a estimated lightness value of 8.8, 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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