Seminole Brown 1183 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8E5E51, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Timeless Copper from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E5E51 · 1183
Seminole Brown
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Seminole Brown Technical Profile
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Seminole Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Seminole 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 MooreSeminole Brown
Nearly identical
BehrTimeless Copper
Timeless Copper
Behr
Nearly identical
Boothill Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Liberty
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Liberty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rusted Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Canyon Clay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shelled Peanut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Majolica Earthenware
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Brown Chipotle
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Seminole Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seminole Brown
#8E5E51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A19371
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seminole Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seminole 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 Seminole Brown.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Seminole Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seminole Brown have?
Seminole Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Seminole Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Seminole Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seminole Brown are Timeless Copper by Behr (a near-identical match), Upper Eastside by Behr (a near-identical match), Boothill Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Seminole 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 Seminole Brown?
Seminole Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Seminole Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.