Ref. #DBC5A4 · 1068
Squire Hill Buff
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Squire Hill Buff Technical Profile
What color is Squire Hill Buff? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #DBC5A4. Colors similar to Squire Hill Buff include Sherwin-Williams Toasted Pine Nut, PPG Birch Beige, Behr Louvre. Squire Hill Buff has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Squire Hill Buff sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Squire Hill Buff
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Squire Hill Buff
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Squire Hill Buff
#DBC5A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Squire Hill Buff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Squire Hill Buff 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 Squire Hill Buff.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Squire Hill Buff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Squire Hill Buff have?
Squire Hill Buff by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Squire Hill Buff from other brands?
The closest matches are Toasted Pine Nut by Sherwin-Williams (#DCC6A6), Birch Beige by PPG (#D9C3A1), Louvre by Behr (#DEC7A6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Squire Hill Buff?
Squire Hill Buff has an LRV of 55.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Squire Hill Buff's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.