Ref. #887D5F · 1519
Smoke Bush
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smoke Bush Technical Profile
What color is Smoke Bush? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #887D5F. Colors similar to Smoke Bush include Sherwin-Williams Olive Grove, Sherwin-Williams Avocado, Hirshfield's Land Before Time. Smoke Bush has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Smoke Bush creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Smoke Bush pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Smoke Bush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Bush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Bush
#887D5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99A476
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoke Bush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke Bush 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 Smoke Bush.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoke Bush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Bush have?
Smoke Bush by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Smoke Bush from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Grove by Sherwin-Williams (#857C5D), Avocado by Sherwin-Williams (#857C5D), Land Before Time by Hirshfield's (#8A7F5D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smoke Bush?
Smoke Bush has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoke Bush's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.