Seed Brown 2096-10 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #724E3A, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tamarind Fruit from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #724E3A · 2096-10
Seed Brown
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Seed Brown Technical Profile
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Seed Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Seed Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSeed Brown
Nearly identical
BehrTamarind Fruit
Tamarind Fruit
Behr
Nearly identical
Soul of the Earth
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bronze Amulet
PPG
Nearly identical
Rich Mocha
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brownstone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Umber Rust
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pinecone Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ancient Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Beige Brown
RAL
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Valspar
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Seed Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seed Brown
#724E3A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#867F59
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seed Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seed 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 Seed 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.
Seed Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seed Brown have?
Seed Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Seed Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Seed Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seed Brown are Tamarind Fruit by Behr (a near-identical match), Soul of the Earth by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Traditional Leather by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Seed 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 Seed Brown?
Seed Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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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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 Seed Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.